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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a serene vacation spot
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
a serene woman who was everyone's source of support
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a serene lake
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Recent Examples of serene
Not all philosophers are willing to count these disturbances of an animal’s serene environment or personal space as an invasion of privacy.
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Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
The video of serene waves that swished behind the curved stage at the start of Dua Lipa’s concert slowly intensified until the tide became a surge, an appropriate analogy for the pop superstar’s arrival in the US for the first time in more than three years.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Previously owned by John Fogerty—and briefly before him, Sylvester Stallone—the property combines serene country charm with celebrity-caliber amenities.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Aside from its serene coastal aesthetic, the quilt’s construction and quality are top-notch.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
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Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
The video of serene waves that swished behind the curved stage at the start of Dua Lipa’s concert slowly intensified until the tide became a surge, an appropriate analogy for the pop superstar’s arrival in the US for the first time in more than three years.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Previously owned by John Fogerty—and briefly before him, Sylvester Stallone—the property combines serene country charm with celebrity-caliber amenities.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Aside from its serene coastal aesthetic, the quilt’s construction and quality are top-notch.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serene
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On highways and surface roads in the rural countryside west of Detroit, the 2025 Ford Explorer was smooth and quiet, with plenty of power for highway acceleration.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The peak of hurricane season is here, and activity could soon ramp up, despite the relative quiet currently occurring in the tropics, according to meteorologists.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
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The airport in Cap-Haïtien was calm and orderly, the streets were alive with daily commerce and children in bright yellow uniforms played together during recess.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the decent people who are likely to pay attention to calls for calm and cool aren’t the ones raising the temperature anyway.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
12 Sep. 2025
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Tucked along the Current River, Blue Spring is a tranquil, can’t-miss spot in the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Aug. 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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What began as a peaceful protest escalated after the government deployed a heavy security presence in the protest area.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Where to stay A 20-minute walk from Tiananmen Square and the entrance to the Forbidden City is the PuXuan Hotel and Spa, an oasis of 116 peaceful rooms.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
9 Sep. 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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Remember, significant wealth can be created in the market by those who maintain a composed and strategic approach during times of volatility.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Though many visitors to Scotland seek out hiking and walking trails far from the buzzing big cities, in fact, Glasgow and Edinburgh are replete with placid and picturesque green spaces.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 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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Minimize alcohol ahead of your bedtime to promote a more restful sleep.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
10 Sep. 2025
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But its night wouldn’t be restful.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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Your publisher is preparing an edition of new and collected stories, which will come out next year.—
Cressida Leyshon,
New Yorker,
10 Aug. 2025
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In Kenya, authorities blocked World signups and ordered the deletion of collected biometric data after a high court determined the company failed to meet legal standards for biometric data collection.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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“Serene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serene. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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