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as in peacefulness
a state without war
after a long and bitter war, the troubled region finally achieved peace
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as in tranquillity
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a light, humorous novel that is good for putting my mind at peace right before I go to sleep
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the eerie peace after a tornado
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as in harmony
peaceful coexistence
can't we all just live in peace?
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Recent Examples of peace
But Putin has stubbornly snubbed his demands for a ceasefire that could lead to peace talks.
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Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 14 July 2025
Reports regarding the presidential drawdown coincide with Trump’s increasingly public frustration with Putin’s refusal to agree to peace with Ukraine.
—Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 13 July 2025
For months, President Trump has tried to entice Putin to the peace table.
—CBS News, 13 July 2025
Momentum is building for bipartisan legislation that would impose severe sanctions on Russia − amounting to a 500% tariff − on any country that buys, sells or supplies Russian oil, gas and petroleum if Russia refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 13 July 2025
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Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 14 July 2025
Reports regarding the presidential drawdown coincide with Trump’s increasingly public frustration with Putin’s refusal to agree to peace with Ukraine.
—Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 13 July 2025
For months, President Trump has tried to entice Putin to the peace table.
—CBS News, 13 July 2025
Momentum is building for bipartisan legislation that would impose severe sanctions on Russia − amounting to a 500% tariff − on any country that buys, sells or supplies Russian oil, gas and petroleum if Russia refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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Despite its listing price history, the bluff-front residence makes harmony look simple.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 July 2025
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The show’s cast is very strong, including the dozen-plus children, who are just as capable as the adults in precisely performing Melissa Glasgow’s challenging choreography and the vocal harmonies coached by music director Richard Dueñez Morrison.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
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The government has met all revenue targets and is set to announce a strong sovereign rating from Standard & Poor’s, further cementing its economic stability.—
Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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These trends don’t necessarily signal a full downturn, but the Bank of England warns that the UK jobs market is starting to cool, and stability is beginning to feel fragile across several sectors.—
Andrew Fennell,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Here are some of the most peaceful beach destinations for travelers really looking to relax and unwind in serenity: The Seychelles earned top spot as the most peaceful beach destination.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Who doesn’t love the serenity and beauty of a Japanese garden?—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
23 July 2025
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In the 1998 film, Nicole appears at Camp Walden breezy and at ease, expertly navigating the pile of duffle bags before helping Lohan's character, Hallie, do the same.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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The sound quality and ease of use also got major points.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 July 2025
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Moments of early-morning quiet in a deer stand are some of my favorites to recall.—
George Warthen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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Nestled among the trees in the quiet of the garden are figures of Polish saints and others associated with Carmel, including St. Therese of the Child Jesus and St. Louis Martin, her father, St. Raphael Kalinowski, St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. John Paul II.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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