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Recent Examples of even-keeled
Its two executives are even-keeled to the extreme.
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Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
My dad was even-keeled, and nothing if not practical.
—Amanda Peet, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Finally, there is salesman Steve (Warren Burke), who’s the most even-keeled of the bunch.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Tien’s game is more even-keeled and difficult to destabilize than Fonseca’s, and his court craft and unexpected power and angles are more difficult to adapt to at first sight, but Fonseca’s ability to blast winners is more easily digestible to casual fans.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Throughout the personal disarray, the production is even-keeled, paddling patiently through waves of ambient, dub techno, and progressive house that never truly crest.
—Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026
The coach has been teaching the sophomore to stay even-keeled in games and hustle.
—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
The dude is steady, even-keeled, doesn’t appear to get rattled.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
My dad was even-keeled, and nothing if not practical.
—Amanda Peet, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Finally, there is salesman Steve (Warren Burke), who’s the most even-keeled of the bunch.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Tien’s game is more even-keeled and difficult to destabilize than Fonseca’s, and his court craft and unexpected power and angles are more difficult to adapt to at first sight, but Fonseca’s ability to blast winners is more easily digestible to casual fans.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Throughout the personal disarray, the production is even-keeled, paddling patiently through waves of ambient, dub techno, and progressive house that never truly crest.
—Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 17 Feb. 2026
The coach has been teaching the sophomore to stay even-keeled in games and hustle.
—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
The dude is steady, even-keeled, doesn’t appear to get rattled.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for even-keeled
Adjective
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Springsteen pays tribute to 'maestro' Prince But the weighty undertones of the show were well-balanced with comparatively lighthearted selections that provided an escape from the intensity.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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This sturdy and well-balanced foldable bookshelf can hold heavy items while still being light enough to move around easily.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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China also says the visit has nothing to do with the strait and has been outwardly unruffled by the uncertainty around Trump’s plans.—
Janis Mackey Frayer,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
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According to Randolph, Thornton was unruffled by her question regarding the infamous pop culture moment.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The feature is set in British Columbia, largely in the span of a summer during the nineteen-nineties, in a calm residential suburb on the ruggedly alluring Vancouver Island.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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This is altered by telehealth, which allows patients to start this delicate procedure in a calm, secure and private setting.—
Lucy Jones
April 11,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Massachusetts resident Stephen Chukumba, who featured in the original short and has stepped up to producing for this feature, faces less drastic life choices, especially since his transgender son Hobbes, a delightfully phlegmatic, unflappable kid, is now old enough to go off to university.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
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Pavlovic is unflappable in possession, sees the game around him with such clarity already, and has every chance of becoming a global star.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The kakapo kept her distance while the switch was made but quickly returned to the nest, seemingly unperturbed.—
Charlotte Graham-McLay,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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The kakapo kept her distance while the switch was made but quickly returned to the nest, seemingly unperturbed.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The work has always required steady hands – something Parkinson's slowly took from him.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Chronic stress triggers the body's fight-or-flight response, leading to a steady release of stress hormones like cortisol.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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McIlroy overcame some early inconsistency to put together a composed round, while Burns leaned on excellent ball-striking to match him at the top.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Apr. 2026
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Before Tuesday night, Konate had looked much more composed and commanding.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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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 19 Apr. 2026.
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