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Recent Examples of even-keeled
The coach has been teaching the sophomore to stay even-keeled in games and hustle.
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Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 5 Jan. 2026
The former band room buddies are attempting to remain even-keeled in the wake of their rise by staying focused on their collective goals and enjoying the moment.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
Speaking after practice Wednesday, Lyon had the mature and even-keeled approach this team is going to need in net.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
The dude is steady, even-keeled, doesn’t appear to get rattled.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Each driving mode is a mixture of engine vibrancy, exhaust volume, and damper setting, and my most-used was Sport, where the damper tuning is even-keeled, exhaust is on full blast, and the engine conveys an above-average amount of aggression.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Jess, even-keeled as ever, apologizes to Damo and Kyle for being distracted over the charter and thanks them for picking up the slack.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 15 July 2025
At the end of the match, Sinner appeared relieved as much as happy, characteristically even-keeled.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 5 Jan. 2026
The former band room buddies are attempting to remain even-keeled in the wake of their rise by staying focused on their collective goals and enjoying the moment.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
Speaking after practice Wednesday, Lyon had the mature and even-keeled approach this team is going to need in net.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
The dude is steady, even-keeled, doesn’t appear to get rattled.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Each driving mode is a mixture of engine vibrancy, exhaust volume, and damper setting, and my most-used was Sport, where the damper tuning is even-keeled, exhaust is on full blast, and the engine conveys an above-average amount of aggression.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Jess, even-keeled as ever, apologizes to Damo and Kyle for being distracted over the charter and thanks them for picking up the slack.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 15 July 2025
At the end of the match, Sinner appeared relieved as much as happy, characteristically even-keeled.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for even-keeled
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Depending on your skin’s needs, Cica can help refine texture, diminish blemishes, calm redness, and keep the skin supple and well-balanced.—
Alice Abbiadati,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2026
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The seasoning was well-balanced and the still-ever-so-crisp texture of the beans was a welcome surprise.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The capital markets haven’t said no to AI yet, and unruffled investors note that debt-light Silicon Valley giants have plenty of financial breathing room.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Wintour was unruffled after being heckled by PETA, during a 2009 talk at the 92Y in New York.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Minneapolis Police Department asked for the public to remain calm after Saturday's shooting.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The police chief appealed for calm, both from the public and federal law enforcement.—
Jack Brook,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Milo is also unflappable in the face of critics.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
5 Jan. 2026
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Players say in that regard, McDaniel has been unflappable.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Marching alongside a column of protesters through the city of Borujerd in western Iran, a middle-aged woman appeared unperturbed by the blood streaming down her chin.—
Behnam Ben Taleblu,
The Atlantic,
9 Jan. 2026
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Unusual behavior at the comet's closest approach Regardless, the comet would have continued along its orbit unperturbed by what was happening on Earth.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
16 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The right application of music therapy can improve brain health, steady the mind, build resilience, and inspire people to find joy and meaning in life.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The central bank kept the benchmark interest rate steady in a split 8-1 decision, after raising it to the highest level in 30 years in December, ahead of snap polls that could see Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sharpen her advocacy for monetary easing and fiscal support.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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When the center returned to Minnesota, Finch saw a player who was more composed and sure of how to use his boundless energy within the context of the game.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
15 Jan. 2026
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More aggressive than the Tide, more physical, more composed and clearly better prepared, the Hoosiers showed zero rust after a month-long break after the Big Ten championship game.—
Paul Myerberg,
USA Today,
2 Jan. 2026
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The alternative version of the love of Chris’ life, Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland), is emotionally well-adjusted and capable of maintaining a romantic relationship.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
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Mostly, Giorgio seems too well-adjusted for Love Island.—
Katie Whyatt,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Even-keeled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/even-keeled. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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