as in composure
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Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto went into his final start of the spring with a focus on throwing first-pitch strikes, while also hoping to test his composure with men on base.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2026 -
Despite the tough outing, Yearwood's composure against the rest of Texas A&M's lineup impressed Trout.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
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It has been questioned whether the school has the will to commit resources to winning in basketball, or to the flexibility in admissions to compete in the ACC.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Before 1956, addiction to drugs and alcohol were considered failings in morality or personal will.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
27 Mar. 2026
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This isn’t something willpower can fix.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
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For decades, psychologists believed willpower would help people get better grades in school, establish healthier diets, gain successful careers and more.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
12 Mar. 2026
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The lower-density regions around them, even from quite a distance away, don’t stand a chance.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
26 Mar. 2026
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The street is within a few minutes’ walking distance of the childhood homes of both McCartney and fellow Beatle George Harrison.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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This extensive undertaking goes significantly beyond any school requirement, demonstrating remarkable self-discipline, logistical skill, and drive.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Central to Lent are the pillars of sacrifice, prayer, charity, and self-discipline.—
Matthew Kayser,
Ascend Agency,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Self-poise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-poise. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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