as in nonchalance
the quality or behavior of a person who accepts what happens without complaining or showing emotion
She endured his criticism with her usual stoicism.
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Recent Examples of stoicism
The young monarch is thought to have spent an hour alone before taking up her duties with the unfailing stoicism that would come to define her historic reign.
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Hope Coke, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
The tabloids went wild, but Beckham’s response was notable for its stoicism.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
There is a gentle stoicism to his public persona, although his music erupts from reflectiveness into passion.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Her regal stoicism along with her kind, empathetic, reassuring demeanor is the perfect mix that captivates Royal fans globally.
—Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 1 Jan. 2026
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Hope Coke, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
The tabloids went wild, but Beckham’s response was notable for its stoicism.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
There is a gentle stoicism to his public persona, although his music erupts from reflectiveness into passion.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Her regal stoicism along with her kind, empathetic, reassuring demeanor is the perfect mix that captivates Royal fans globally.
—Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 1 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for stoicism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stoicism
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Among many Niger Deltans, there’s a mixture of ignorance, nonchalance, and clenched resignation around the industry’s environmental dangers, which take a back seat as folks get on with the business of everyday survival.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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As Hüller approaches her father at the keyboard, her anger manifests as a kind of bored nonchalance.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
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Cronin, the plaintiff’s attorney, said in an interview that Abbott showed disregard for the health and safety of premature babies participating in the AL16 clinical trial.—
David Hilzenrath,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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On this first point, the jury ruled in favor of both Marta and Marija, finding that Goodenbour had either intended to cause the twins harm or had acted with reckless disregard for their well-being.—
Julia Haney,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
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In beach towns or summer destinations, hats and tank tops can be more about comfort than casualness, prompting some to wonder how consistently the rules can be enforced.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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There’s a real casualness with Robby.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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Would a cyberattack that kills people finally shake us out of our indifference?—
Neil J. Rubenking,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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Wilkens was serving a life sentence for shooting and killing her ex-fiancé after years of abuse and stalking and indifference from the police.—
Pamela Colloff,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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In this movie-length sequel, Shelby decides to break his self-isolation when his son's recklessness forces his hand.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
20 Mar. 2026
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However, without phronesis, too much courage may become recklessness, or too little courage could result in cowardice.—
Tim Hulsey,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Stoicism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stoicism. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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