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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the unusual calmness of the lake gave its surface a strikingly glassy appearance
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
her resolute calmness in a crisis serves her well as a nurse in the emergency room
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a teacher who handles even the most vexing situations with a clearheaded calmness
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Recent Examples of calmness
On the other hand, clean and organized spaces are associated with calmness, a sense of control, and even better physical health.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
That calmness, however, was soon overtaken by the kitchen, with the hiss of the pans, stir of the pots and sharp calls exchanged between cooks quickly filling the air, along with the sounds of an upbeat Peruvian song playing in the background.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
Benefits of equine therapy Horses are also being used to help reduce anxiety, promote calmness and develop better emotional regulation in children outside of the doctor’s office, too.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
There was a throw in the third quarter that explained his improvement, his calmness.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
The former Nice man has played more Premier League minutes than any other Arsenal outfielder in each of the past two seasons, his consistent excellence bringing calmness and authority to their back line.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
Others expressed disbelief at Olla’s calmness while the arachnid crept across her outfit.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
For instance, in some cultures, happiness might be perceived as excitement and high energy, while in others it could be seen as calmness and peace of mind.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
His talent, charisma, good humor and calmness in the face of what at times was nothing less than a maniacal roller coaster ride often brought a sense of peace that heartened everyone around him.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
That calmness, however, was soon overtaken by the kitchen, with the hiss of the pans, stir of the pots and sharp calls exchanged between cooks quickly filling the air, along with the sounds of an upbeat Peruvian song playing in the background.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
Benefits of equine therapy Horses are also being used to help reduce anxiety, promote calmness and develop better emotional regulation in children outside of the doctor’s office, too.
—Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
There was a throw in the third quarter that explained his improvement, his calmness.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
The former Nice man has played more Premier League minutes than any other Arsenal outfielder in each of the past two seasons, his consistent excellence bringing calmness and authority to their back line.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
Others expressed disbelief at Olla’s calmness while the arachnid crept across her outfit.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
For instance, in some cultures, happiness might be perceived as excitement and high energy, while in others it could be seen as calmness and peace of mind.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
His talent, charisma, good humor and calmness in the face of what at times was nothing less than a maniacal roller coaster ride often brought a sense of peace that heartened everyone around him.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calmness
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On First Take, Ohanian took the opportunity to clap back with composure and wit.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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Just, even that last play, keeping his composure, fighting like hell to get the ball off, and threw a hell of a ball.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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Families with children swim in the shallow ripples, and sea gulls flock above the peacefulness.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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France is the most militarized country in Western and Central Europe, while South America was the only region to record an improvement of peacefulness in this latest index.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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Throughout the facility, there are several beautifully intimate and cozy seating areas to relax and enjoy the serenity of the space between services.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Oct. 2025
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As one of the century-old resort’s five distinct accommodations, the Beach Club offers seaside serenity that’s worth seeking out in the doldrums of winter.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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But the patient, grinding work of peace implementation typically bores him.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
14 Oct. 2025
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Many obstacles remain to a lasting peace — including whether Israel will pull its military entirely out of Gaza, whether Hamas will disarm and who will govern Gaza — but the peace plan may already be shifting the debate around calls to ban and boycott culture coming out of Israel.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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But, unsurprisingly, his favorite aspect of the place is its profound quietness.—
Rosecrans Baldwin,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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That quietness wasn't typical, Chyna Sands said.—
Monroe Trombly,
Louisville Courier Journal,
10 Sep. 2025
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The manager who is so often the picture of calm had reddened eyes, a hint of melancholy in his voice.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Trump’s threat shattered a monthslong calm on Wall Street, and the S&P 500 fell as much as 2% on worries about rising tensions between the world’s two largest economies.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
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In theory, Slot’s tactical out-of-possession shuffle to a staggered 4-3-3 should help Liverpool to defend on their right flank, but the ease with which Chelsea exploited the space was a culmination of weeks of warning signs.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Our reviewers love this recipe for its comforting and familiar flavors, ease of preparation, and ability to be riffed on for even more tasty flavor combinations.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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The yachts which have thronged the bay are fewer as summer gives way to fall, but the off-season quiet has its own appeal for visitors wanting a slice of paradise to themselves.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
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Or escape completely from the fray and bask in the quiet of the adults-only Hibiscus Pool or the 50,000-square-foot spa, the largest in the state.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Calmness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calmness. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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