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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 serenity
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
The lack of a peace deal in recent weeks has strained the possibility of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for about one-fifth of the world’s oil.
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Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
In early April, Afghan and Pakistani officials held peace talks mediated by China.
—Riaz Khan, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Trump had paused Project Freedom at the request of Pakistan, which is mediating peace negotiations, in order to allow Iran to agree to a deal.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 9 May 2026
May the music of Rhythm Nation continue to bring us together in peace.
—Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
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Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
In early April, Afghan and Pakistani officials held peace talks mediated by China.
—Riaz Khan, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Trump had paused Project Freedom at the request of Pakistan, which is mediating peace negotiations, in order to allow Iran to agree to a deal.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 9 May 2026
May the music of Rhythm Nation continue to bring us together in peace.
—Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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The peacefulness of the nature around them helps make the war feel distant — the clouds rolling across the green hills, the bleating of their neighbor's goats at sunset.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Suddenly, the peacefulness turned into total chaos as noise and motion erupted around me.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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His final moments reflect on life’s compromises, finding serenity in literature’s enduring presence.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026
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Hawn explained that one of her main goals has always been to convey serenity to her family.—
Monica Coviello,
Vanity Fair,
4 May 2026
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The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2026
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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Rather, Leo seems inspired by the calm, persistent zeal to preach the Gospel and — thanks to his Augustinian spirituality — emphasize community and harmony.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Wrapped around a rubbery bassline that Peter ran through a guitar amp and played straight into a laptop, the song is confident and brassy, sauntering around as Kellie Eden’s trumpet cascades from above and the band’s co-vocalists provide pop harmonies.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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By middle school, those gaps can turn into ongoing struggles with engagement and stability.—
Tina Dello Russo,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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The vehicle also features a closed dual-chamber air suspension system and dual-valve CCD electromagnetic dampers designed to improve ride comfort, stability, and handling dynamics.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
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Want to dress with ease, but not lose your sense of play—or personality?—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
7 May 2026
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Building an empire The relative ease with which Black Bear became youth hockey’s most dominant player reflects the sport’s particular vulnerability to corporate capture.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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There’s a lot of quiet in the country, and there’s a lot of quietness in my children.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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The work ethic is there, but so are the routines, the quirks, the quietness, the edge.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Rooms The rooms at Senda are designed to blend with the lush backdrop and immerse guests in the quiet of the jungle.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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Against this backdrop, the current quiet does not signal restraint.—
Will Walters,
STAT,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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