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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
Photo: Lourenco Teixeira de Abreu For a more tranquil coastal retreat, Mélides offers a quieter escape with wilder, more secluded beaches—perhaps what first drew Christian Louboutin and Vincent Van Duysen, both of whom have homes in the area.
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
The Spa The Heavenly Spa by Westin is a tranquil space located toward the back of the resort, just a short walk or quick bike ride away.
—Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
For those seeking a more immersive wellness experience, there’s a range of mindful experiences, from beach yoga to wellness dining options, all designed to refresh both body and mind in a tranquil, luxurious environment.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Mornings began with mellow reggae and lovers rock, setting a tranquil mood for the day.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 13 Feb. 2025
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
The Spa The Heavenly Spa by Westin is a tranquil space located toward the back of the resort, just a short walk or quick bike ride away.
—Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
For those seeking a more immersive wellness experience, there’s a range of mindful experiences, from beach yoga to wellness dining options, all designed to refresh both body and mind in a tranquil, luxurious environment.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Mornings began with mellow reggae and lovers rock, setting a tranquil mood for the day.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquil
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The saw-whets, perhaps intimidated by the larger owl, had gone quiet.—
Brad Dokken,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2025
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Brazile, a current ABC News contributor, added that Biden stayed relatively quiet during Trump's first 100 days in office this term, honoring an unwritten presidential tradition, and stressed that Biden deserves a platform.—
Brittany Shepherd,
ABC News,
9 May 2025
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Waldorf Astoria Orlando Set amid a lush nature preserve and conveniently just minutes from Walt Disney World, Four-Star Waldorf Astoria Orlando offers a serene counterpoint to the region’s theme park frenzy.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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By the next afternoon, the art crowd had decamped and Hydra returned to its serene summer pace, with other low-key art sites revealing themselves like sculptural rocks at low tide.—
Tony Perrottet,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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The story will chronicle the events of May 15, 1970, when Mississippi police opened fire outside dormitories at Jackson State College (now Jackson State University), killing two unarmed students and injuring 12 others, during a peaceful protest against racial injustice.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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Bajwa was more inclined to look for a peaceful resolution with India over Kashmir and other issues.—
Ayesha Jalal,
The Conversation,
8 May 2025
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This public beach is surrounded by water on all sides and features a cove with placid waters that are great for wading.—
Tykesha Spivey Burton,
Southern Living,
4 May 2025
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The Dalarna region is Sweden at its best, with dense forests speckling the landscape, a web of foot trails, dramatic waterfalls, gentle slopes for hiking and skiing, and placid lakes, including one of the country’s largest, Lake Siljan.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Three Palestinians in Gaza told Reuters early on Monday afternoon that there had been calm since midday, with no sound of drones or warplanes.—
James Mackenzie,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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In an Instagram reel, Chenoa, 26, is seen holding her daughter as the baby gazes upwards with a calm expression.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Then, after a restful night's sleep, the crew will spend another two days dedicated to their on-orbit research using a high resolution bone scanner at NASA's Johnson Space Center, in Houston.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Sleep Goals With a New Baby Any new parent knows that getting a restful night’s sleep with an infant is an oxymoron.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
2 Apr. 2025
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The speech was met with interruptions from hecklers, prompting Kennedy to remain composed and even express gratitude for the lessons learned from such interactions.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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The resort’s composed, perfectionist manager who returned to Japan after years in New York’s hospitality industry.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Tranquil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquil. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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