1
as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
an exceptionally placid mother who was rarely upset by her six children
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a placid lake
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a vacation in the placid lake community
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Recent Examples of placid
Daedone briefly looked stricken, but, even so, a placid smile remained on her face.
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Thessaly La Force, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2025
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
The market shook off the initial shock, and things have been relatively placid since.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2025
This fall, our son will turn one, and while Marvin still doesn’t like Fresh Direct deliveries, his behavior has improved, his demeanor is more placid, and his recall is… well, that part is still quite bad.
—Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2025
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Thessaly La Force, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2025
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
The market shook off the initial shock, and things have been relatively placid since.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2025
This fall, our son will turn one, and while Marvin still doesn’t like Fresh Direct deliveries, his behavior has improved, his demeanor is more placid, and his recall is… well, that part is still quite bad.
—Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for placid
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This serene, design-forward space oozes relaxation — cozy up in one of the sculptural chairs and get ready for one of the best massages in town.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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Among the Trees and Hilltops After Nobu’s serene luxury, Acre Resort was a lush escape.—
Lisa Greissinger,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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The tranquil, upscale neighborhood of Pacific Palisades was devastated by the wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles County in January, destroying thousands of structures—including the home of celebrities such as Jeff Bridges, Paris Hilton, and Billy Crystal.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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Out-of-towners were enjoying the warm weather and music on an outdoor deck at the American Fish Company in Southport, a small and tranquil city near the mouth of the Cape Fear River, when gunshots rang out.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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Britani, who has been all too quiet this whole time, sees an opening to make it about her, and thank god for that.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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Tom Willander Willander had a quiet showing at prospect camp and training camp, then debuted with two sensational preseason performances against the Seattle Kraken and the Calgary Flames.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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He was being put through training recently to test his ability to stay calm under pressure as Douglas tried to overstimulate his senses.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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What made the situation a whole lot easier for both of them was the fact that Breezy stayed happy and calm in her car seat through the whole episode.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Following the release, Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence and disarmament would receive amnesty, with safe passage offered to those wishing to leave Gaza for countries that have agreed to receive them.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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After Russia launched its full-scale invasion of its peaceful neighbor in 2022, zoo workers and local volunteers rushed to save thousands of animals at imminent risk of annihilation from missile attacks and shelling.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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Only on particularly bumpy tarmac did the GTS-spec suspension become too jarring with the adaptive dampers stiffened up in sport mode, but switching them to normal offered the best of both worlds—excellent, composed body control and tuning that ironed out imperfections remarkably well.—
Peter Nelson,
Robb Report,
1 Oct. 2025
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The vocabulary being used by Qatar’s prime minister is strong, evocative and damning, a departure from his usual composed response to the incessant twists and turns of trying to end the 23-month war in Gaza.—
Paula Hancocks,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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Many others compared the hushed dessert request to another viral moment where Biggy Norris of the Norris Nuts quietly asked for a caramel slice after surgery.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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Did someone mention Ha’s Snack Bar in a hushed tone?—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Placid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/placid. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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