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as in pacifistic
inclined to live in peace and to avoid war
a peaceful tribe that had quietly inhabited these shores for centuries before the arrival of the Europeans
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as in nonviolent
not involving violence or force
UN officials struggled to find a peaceful solution to the troublesome conflict
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a peaceful house, now that the kids are all grown and departed
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a peaceful lake
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
the patient is peaceful and resting comfortably
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Recent Examples of peaceful
In 1987–88, after protests in Lhasa spiraled into street violence, the Dalai Lama issued a stern warning to his fellow Tibetans to remain peaceful.
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Tenzin Dorjee, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Both female and male macaques showed more interest in aggressive interactions than in peaceful grooming, and both paid more attention to videos of familiar individuals.
—Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2025
The former general further called on the public to express their aspirations in a peaceful and constructive manner, and promised their voices will be heard.
—Niniek Karmini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
The spa has recently been redesigned and now offers outdoor relaxation spaces near a peaceful lotus pond, along with treatments rooted in local healing traditions.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
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Tenzin Dorjee, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Both female and male macaques showed more interest in aggressive interactions than in peaceful grooming, and both paid more attention to videos of familiar individuals.
—Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2025
The former general further called on the public to express their aspirations in a peaceful and constructive manner, and promised their voices will be heard.
—Niniek Karmini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
The spa has recently been redesigned and now offers outdoor relaxation spaces near a peaceful lotus pond, along with treatments rooted in local healing traditions.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peaceful
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So, for example, [third-degree robbery], which is forcibly taking property from a person, which is violent, that's deemed as a nonviolent crime.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Hamza Namira is an Egyptian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music rose to prominence during the 25 January revolution in 2011, a day of nonviolent protests against increasing police brutality during the last few years of Hosni Mubarak’s presidency.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
31 Aug. 2025
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One result of the growth is a quiet boom in Southeast Asian grocery stores and restaurants.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Inside, lofted seating positions deliver an elevated view while quilted semi-aniline leather and acoustic glass buffer passengers in comfort and quiet.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Water features are a key component thanks to their tranquil sound and rhythmic flow.—
Laura Fenton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Aug. 2025
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The interface is minimal, featuring only a tranquil compass needle and gentle haptic feedback.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Nghia has completed several other bamboo projects in China, as well as a serene bamboo pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale in 2018.—
Faye Bradley,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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Baker has the brand’s sheets in a warm hue that evokes earthy desert tones and transforms her bedroom into a serene escape.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
27 Aug. 2025
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Courtesy: Apple Apple on Tuesday sent invites to the media and analysts for a launch event at its campus on September 9 at 10 A.M pacific time.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
26 Aug. 2025
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My late grandfather, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, served in the pacific campaign.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Such was the peaceable dreaming, the end-of-history thinking, in the wake of the Twelve-Day War.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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If anything, the scale of the Second World War and the advent of the atom bomb made the quest for a peaceable international order more urgent than ever.—
Margaret MacMillan,
The Atlantic,
30 Apr. 2025
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But its night wouldn’t be restful.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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The outdoor dining and lounge areas’ elevated perch and the oasis-like saltwater pool give sunset viewings and days off a restful, restorative vibe.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
27 Aug. 2025
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Daedone briefly looked stricken, but, even so, a placid smile remained on her face.—
Thessaly La Force,
New Yorker,
29 Aug. 2025
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The placid waters of lakes and ponds can lull waders and swimmers into a false sense of security.—
Forrest Brown,
CNN Money,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Peaceful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peaceful. Accessed 6 Sep. 2025.
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