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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the house was once again tranquil after the kids moved outside to play
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
though she should have been upset, she felt oddly tranquil upon learning that she would not be receiving the scholarship
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as in peaceful
free from storms or physical disturbance
drifting dreamily through tranquil seas
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Recent Examples of tranquil
Out-of-towners were enjoying the warm weather and music on an outdoor deck at the American Fish Company in Southport, a small and tranquil city near the mouth of the Cape Fear River, when gunshots rang out.
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Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2025
The tranquil space, complete with soft music and weighted blankets, offered comfort during dental procedures.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Coming in on top as the ultimate place for tranquil energy and extensive green spaces is Queenstown, New Zealand.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
The house is now bordered by a tranquil little city park bearing Sweet's name, dedicated three weeks ago, where a three-day free commemoration will launch from 3-7 p.m. Sunday with tours, music, and the awarding of $1,000 scholarships to 25 Detroit high school seniors.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2025
The tranquil space, complete with soft music and weighted blankets, offered comfort during dental procedures.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Coming in on top as the ultimate place for tranquil energy and extensive green spaces is Queenstown, New Zealand.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
The house is now bordered by a tranquil little city park bearing Sweet's name, dedicated three weeks ago, where a three-day free commemoration will launch from 3-7 p.m. Sunday with tours, music, and the awarding of $1,000 scholarships to 25 Detroit high school seniors.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquil
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The Chicago Bears were relatively quiet ahead of the NFL trade deadline.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Hotel Fasano São Paulo Itaim Consistently top-notch, from the beds to the dining, Hotel Fasano exudes quiet luxury.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Each of the 119 rooms is spacious and serene, outfitted with deep soaking tubs, Hästens beds, and balconies that open to crisp mountain air.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
7 Nov. 2025
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The property itself packs in a small kitchen and living area with a wood-burning stove, plus a serene bedroom and laundry room upstairs.—
Lori Keong,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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On campus, Christopher Benton, 48, was arrested and later booked into Alameda County’s Santa Rita Jail for refusing to leave after being asked to do so by police, obstruction and coming on to campus with the intent of interfering with peaceful activities, Mogulof said.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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But, in a year that has already seen multiple political assassinations, the deployment of the National Guard to American cities, and masked agents of the federal government hauling people off the streets and into unmarked vans, the prospects for a peaceful anniversary appear remote.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
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Some time before the series’ start, a virus swept the globe and made everyone content and placid.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
22 Oct. 2025
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In a small town like Harding, a crime involving local children of local families shatters the relatively placid and usually numb routines of daily life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Oct. 2025
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With over 20 years of experience, Melissa has helped families transform chaos into calm using compassion, clarity, and proven behavioral strategies.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Peak season is over, meaning the crowds are gone, the water feels calmer, the restaurants are more enjoyable, and the sunsets last just a little bit longer.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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The teaser opens with a hushed, reverent moment in the recording studio.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
6 Nov. 2025
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Gathered around the couch, in a spacious living room soundtracked by hushed jazz piano, her little sister disassociates with headphones while her pops casually chats to her stepmother; observing from a wheelchair is her 94-year-old great-grandmother.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
30 Oct. 2025
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Consider staying here for a honeymoon, a romantic winter getaway, or a restful solo trip down south.—
Lori Keong,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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Start with the basics by introducing healthy practices like getting enough exercise, eating a balanced diet and getting enough restful sleep.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
29 Oct. 2025
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Senne Lammens continuing his composed start to his United career could at least counteract those types of chances for Brighton, while Amorim’s defenders will need to be astute to the movement of Hurzeler’s front-line.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Only on particularly bumpy tarmac did the GTS-spec suspension become too jarring with the adaptive dampers stiffened up in sport mode, but switching them to normal offered the best of both worlds—excellent, composed body control and tuning that ironed out imperfections remarkably well.—
Peter Nelson,
Robb Report,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Tranquil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquil. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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