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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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as in anneals
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as in moderates
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Recent Examples of tempers
Keith Wilson, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
Mascherano insisted there would be no carryover from the tempers that flared during and after the match against Seattle two weeks ago.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
Even as tempers rose, the mayor held tight to dreams of racial reconciliation.
—Beth Lew-Williams, New Yorker, 13 Sep. 2025
Next night, crowd swells and tempers rise.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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
Verb
There is no military strength without moral strength, no good outcome when summoning tempers alongside uncertainty and rifles, and no margin for error in what may come next.
—Keith Wilson, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
Mascherano insisted there would be no carryover from the tempers that flared during and after the match against Seattle two weeks ago.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
Even as tempers rose, the mayor held tight to dreams of racial reconciliation.
—Beth Lew-Williams, New Yorker, 13 Sep. 2025
Next night, crowd swells and tempers rise.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tempers
Noun
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By studying their weather in such detail, astronomers are beginning to piece together how atmospheres behave on distant worlds.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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On select dates, the pop-up offers a unique drink-and-tattoo experience, as well as live tarot readings ready to reveal what the spirits have in store.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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The pair was in good spirits during the season 8 reunion, with Daniel flaunting a tattoo of Taylor's eyes on his chest that's equal parts romantic and upsetting.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Redford and Pollack seemed to have similar temperaments and priorities.—
Matt Zoller Seitz,
Vulture,
17 Sep. 2025
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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
Verb
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During the second panel of the Pillars of the Green Transition event on September 24, 2025, Newsweek editor Jeff Young moderates a discussion with HowGood CEO Alex Gillett, Climate Group CEO Helen Clarkson, Elopak CEO Thomas Körmendi and Arva CRO Phil Harris.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The new seven-story building is made of glass, similar to its sister UHealth Doral, an intentional architectural design that is meant to create openness and let in natural light to help boost moods and make the hospital feel less like a medical facility.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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One Battle also exemplifies where Hall’s career has taken her, which is to say across genres, moods, and Hollywood whims.—
Matthew Jacobs,
Vulture,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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However, because the animals' natural habitats share some overlap and both have similarly docile dispositions, zoos often group howlers and capybaras together.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
3 Oct. 2025
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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
Verb
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That initial white chocolate softens into something creamier and woodier as the hours pass.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
3 Oct. 2025
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Mifepristone blocks the hormone progesterone and softens the cervix to prepare the body for expulsion.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Tempers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tempers. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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