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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
This is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge—and a direct threat to international peace and security.
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Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Friday The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda will sign a peace agreement in Washington, DC, that aims to end the fighting in eastern Congo.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN Money, 22 June 2025
Where once there was chaos and disorder, now there’s nothing but peace and solitude—for probably the next 4.5 minutes.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
In a sign of how far from peace the belligerents are, Russia launched another major drone strike overnight, hitting a hospital maternity ward in Odesa and parts of Kyiv, killing two, Ukrainian officials said.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 10 June 2025
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Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
Friday The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda will sign a peace agreement in Washington, DC, that aims to end the fighting in eastern Congo.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN Money, 22 June 2025
Where once there was chaos and disorder, now there’s nothing but peace and solitude—for probably the next 4.5 minutes.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
In a sign of how far from peace the belligerents are, Russia launched another major drone strike overnight, hitting a hospital maternity ward in Odesa and parts of Kyiv, killing two, Ukrainian officials said.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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Another common misstep is ignoring undertones, which can result in clashing colors that disrupt the overall harmony of your exterior.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
25 June 2025
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One of the most critical steps to take, Pankaj told me in an interview, is modernizing our education systems to prepare students for a world where algorithms and natural intelligence work together in harmony.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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The financial instability of recent years heightened awareness of what can be lost—income, stability, opportunity—fueling efforts to prevent future financial shortfalls.—
Ron Shevlin,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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This often happens to serve decision-makers and stakeholders who want to portray a consistent image of stability and success in order to hasten the inaugural process.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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Between the Loewe amenities, generous cuisine, spacious rooms, serenity, and its sharp and geometric architecture Can Jaume is the under-the-radar hotel to know in Ibiza.—
Rebecca Suhrawardi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Walking through its spaces reveals environments that invite serenity and hope: indoor gardens, murals, reading rooms, artwork on the walls and even a piano in the lobby.—
Nuri Kino,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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Strong brand love, while nice, can’t replace operational ease, and that feel-good sentiment doesn’t always result in sales that stick for the long haul.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Delivery and ease of assembly were also considered because no parent has extra time to deal with confusing instructions.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2025
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If her body isn’t always willing, her mind and her heart are still keen on the sport, so Press makes her most valuable contributions now in the quiet of the locker room.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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From the misty hills of Harpers Ferry to the cosmic quiet of Green Bank, here’s how to explore one of the country’s most underrated summer destinations from east to west.—
West Virginia Tourism Office,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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