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as in atmospheres
a special quality or impression associated with something
there's a temper of tranquility about the retreat that visitors find very inviting
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as in spirits
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
was in quite a bad temper after spilling his juice all over his new shirt
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as in temperaments
one's characteristic attitude or mood
she has an even temper and a calm manner that sets everyone all at ease
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Recent Examples of tempers
Erik Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025
The past 18 months in particular — comprising Copa America, Concacaf Nations League and Gold Cup failures — have driven patience and tempers to the edge.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Lawmakers will enter what is expected to be the final week of session with tempers high.
—Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Jamel Andre Childs, 35, was initially trying to cool tempers down inside Taste of the City Lounge on Franklin Ave.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 17 Aug. 2025
When tempers begin to flare over the options, NASA flight director Gene Kranz encourages patience and calmness.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
The report affirms that greenhouse gases are warming the planet but tempers several claims.
—Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
The Senate is expected to gavel out on Friday for summer recess but tempers are running hot as lawmakers speed toward the finish.
—Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 30 July 2025
Verb
The second quarter saw the temperatures drop and the players’ tempers rise.
—Erik Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025
The past 18 months in particular — comprising Copa America, Concacaf Nations League and Gold Cup failures — have driven patience and tempers to the edge.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Lawmakers will enter what is expected to be the final week of session with tempers high.
—Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Jamel Andre Childs, 35, was initially trying to cool tempers down inside Taste of the City Lounge on Franklin Ave.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 17 Aug. 2025
When tempers begin to flare over the options, NASA flight director Gene Kranz encourages patience and calmness.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
The report affirms that greenhouse gases are warming the planet but tempers several claims.
—Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
The Senate is expected to gavel out on Friday for summer recess but tempers are running hot as lawmakers speed toward the finish.
—Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 30 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tempers
Noun
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However, even if this is the case, scientists have suggested light molecules of silicon, like silane, should be found in the upper atmospheres of gas giants and brown dwarfs.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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This is a fascinating find, as these conditions were considered part of the graphite-stability regime, where graphite-rich exo-atmospheres are expected to produce only flat spectra, not the feature-rich spectra that would appear if organic hazes were present.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The category is projected to be worth roughly $8–10 billion USD in 2025, with a steady 5% annual growth rate through 2033, driven by rising demand in Asia and a global appetite for premium spirits, according to Data Insights Market.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The film has Lorraine Warren, using her psychic visions, uncovering that the spirits in the house are masking the demonic presence — one that’s tied to the mirror at the beginning of the film that is also seen in the series’ first film.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Matching energy levels, breed temperaments, and giving each pet their own space are also key to a successful transition.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Aug. 2025
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The two men have bad hair and unpredictable temperaments, but beyond that the similarities dissipate quickly.—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Introducing Anthony, a pit bull terrier who mixes his moods in a perfectly puppy-like way.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Involvement in structuring joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions and dispositions, activist takeover and defense, financing arrangements, and similar matters will all be considered.—
Liane Jackson,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Dim lighting bounces off of soft pink tiles and warms the dining room, the bathrooms glow ocean blue, every inch of the space colored by the sisters’ sunny dispositions and their dedication to turning even the most low-key midweek dinner into an exercise in jubilant excess.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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White rum lays down a clean, spirited base, while the richness of maple syrup lends a silky depth that softens the citrus bite of fresh lemon juice.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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When the material is loaded up with pain killers and/or anti-inflammatory drugs, they would be released as the hydrogel softens, interrupting the pain pathway and bringing relief to patients.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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How to watch The Rainmaker live without cable The Rainmaker airs on USA Network, which is available to stream on services like Sling TV.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Drew Barrymore Show airs weekdays on CBS.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Honda offers a Drive Mode system with Normal, Sport, and Individual modes.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Even as tutor modes are refined and improved, students have to actively select that mode and, for now, also have to play along, deftly providing context and guiding the chatbot away from worthless, low-level questions or sycophancy.—
Brian W. Stone,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Tempers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tempers. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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