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Recent Examples of coolheaded Her coolheaded approach — distilling arguments, weighing the evidence, and then ruling decisively — was evident in discussions over the Cohen case and is typical for Strauss, according to lawyers who have worked with her for decades. Benjamin Weiser, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2020 Colleagues say that on the campaign and in the White House, Ms. Grisham has been a coolheaded, encouraging presence. Elizabeth Williamson, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2019 And Pelosi, as the speaker of the House Representatives, appeared characteristically coolheaded throughout the voting process. Barry Samaha, Harper's BAZAAR, 19 Dec. 2019 At the end of each challenge, the regular judge (Katherine Gray, a coolheaded glass artist and a professor) and a guest judge evaluate the contestants’ work. Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 31 July 2019 That’s why a buyer should be represented by a buyer’s agent who provides coolheaded, arm’s length expertise. Pat Kapowich, The Mercury News, 11 July 2019 Beijing should be very coolheaded because does a new Cold War serve China’s interests? Jeremy Page, WSJ, 13 Oct. 2018 The movie weaves two stories, that of Anote Tong, the former president who calls on world leaders to help save his people, and that of Sermery, a coolheaded mother of six who reluctantly emigrates to New Zealand. New York Times, 15 June 2018 Graceful and coolheaded, the artist is prone to speaking in elliptical phrases that build on one another, in a way that echoes her artwork. Hilarie M. Sheets, New York Times, 3 Aug. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coolheaded
Adjective
  • The evening is expected to be calm and mild with a low of 57.
    Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Even the galaxy’s central supermassive black hole, which is more than 2,000 times more massive than the Milky Way’s central black hole, is fairly calm.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The bedrooms offer a serene retreat with plush bedding and ample storage, while the bathrooms feature sleek fixtures and finishes.
    Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2025
  • World of Hyatt’s new Mazatlán resort has a dreamy destination spa, an almost endless beach, and serene rooms made for decompressing complete with real-life wave sounds.
    Johanna Read, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Together, these two pros deliver a Sunday to-do list that will hopefully create a more peaceful and efficient week ahead.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The meeting lasted about 15 minutes inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, where Francis often preached the need for a peaceful end to the war, just before Trump and Zelenskyy took their seats at the outdoor funeral service.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Eliot compares this style to Rory McIlroy lining up a putt to win the Masters: focused, composed, blocking out distractions.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
  • The sets had their ups and downs: some of the improvisations were gorgeous, but the more composed elements felt messy.
    Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The collected data helps scientists unravel the complex interplay between the hot plasma and magnetic fields that drive solar eruptions, according to the statement.
    Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • The collected data included names, addresses, dates of birth and driver’s license numbers.
    Ryley Amond, CNBC, 18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Soft, soothing shades like dusty blues, sage greens and warm neutrals can help create a tranquil mood.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Photo: Lourenco Teixeira de Abreu For a more tranquil coastal retreat, Mélides offers a quieter escape with wilder, more secluded beaches—perhaps what first drew Christian Louboutin and Vincent Van Duysen, both of whom have homes in the area.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • After taking a couple episodes to establish its premise, there’s a procedural rhythm to Hub’s hunting expeditions, tracking targets from a possessed priest to a Satanic cheerleader.
    Alison Herman, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Relentlessly silly instead of scary, the horror comedy is worth a watch just for goofy Brian Cox playing a possessed dad.
    Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025

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“Coolheaded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coolheaded. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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