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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
Leo expressed gratitude for Spain’s adherence to international law and its commitment to peace and solidarity among nations.
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Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 6 June 2026
Leo is seemingly keen to bring his message of peace, unity and human dignity to a continent sorely polarized over migration, the Russia-Ukraine war and anxiety over artificial intelligence.
—CBS News, 6 June 2026
In addition to Hull House, Addams led a highly unpopular international crusade for peace during World War I, spoke our against municipal corruption in Chicago and fought for factory inspections, child labor laws and public health services.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Leo is expected to double down on his messages of unity amid polarization, peace as war rages, welcome for migrants and hope for young Spaniards in the era of artificial intelligence.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
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Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 6 June 2026
Leo is seemingly keen to bring his message of peace, unity and human dignity to a continent sorely polarized over migration, the Russia-Ukraine war and anxiety over artificial intelligence.
—CBS News, 6 June 2026
In addition to Hull House, Addams led a highly unpopular international crusade for peace during World War I, spoke our against municipal corruption in Chicago and fought for factory inspections, child labor laws and public health services.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Leo is expected to double down on his messages of unity amid polarization, peace as war rages, welcome for migrants and hope for young Spaniards in the era of artificial intelligence.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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Instead, the seductive peacefulness of the house brought to her mind the contemplative sets in the BBC adaptation of Wolf Hall.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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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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But Kostyuk has the freedom and serenity afforded by confidence — as well as motivation from facing the 19-year-old Russian at the business end of a tournament peppered with reminders of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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Set the scene Guests flock here from the US, many from cold-weather states like Colorado and the Northeast, looking for a piece of serenity by the sand.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 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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This playful fourish, although useless in terms of timekeeping, requires 200 of the 646 components in the watch and two engineers had to work simultaneously to ensure the face shield and the movement operated in harmony.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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This week, Olivia Rodrigo dances her way into her sweetheart’s arms on a standout from You Seem Pretty Sad, New York rockers Interpol offer a first look into their new album, and L’Rain alchemizes distortion and harmony on an avalanche of a track.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
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Housing and neighborhood stability — including preventing the displacement of existing residents — is a critical community priority listed in the vision and action plan.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Developments in quantum networking, photonic architectures, error correction, and qubit stability stimulate innovation.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The loose, fluid shape created a sense of ease, while the crinkled, textural fabrication gave the gown a whimsical touch of dimension.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
11 June 2026
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What made this system truly revolutionary was the demonstration in 2012 that it could be reprogrammed with different pieces of guide RNA to edit virtually any genome in any species, and at a level of precision and ease that far surpassed existing gene-editing tools.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
11 June 2026
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The last rays of the setting sun lit the distant Saw Tooth Mountains away to the west, while a quietness settled like a huge soft blanket spread over the wilderness.—
Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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The quietness of the landscape and the absence of distractions or irritations is an instant balm.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Wow that the quiet of Sunday surfaces feelings the rest of the week buries.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 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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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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