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or tranquillity
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk
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2
as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen
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as in peace
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice
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Recent Examples of tranquility
Tucked into the northern edge of the Berkshires, Williamstown offers a summer road trip escape where art, design and tranquility meet.
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
In the coming years, Dr. Michels aspires to continue his hard work, bringing tranquility, monetary liberation, and financial happiness to all his customers.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 26 June 2025
So, at the risk of helping the town lose any more of its tranquility and specialness, a good ship to consider is the ultra-luxury Seabourn Encore (seabourn.com), making her Alaskan debut next season.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 18 June 2025
That stunning long shot is a classic English pastoral scene, its bucolic tranquility broken by menacing savages that look like refugees from an earlier millennium.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
In the coming years, Dr. Michels aspires to continue his hard work, bringing tranquility, monetary liberation, and financial happiness to all his customers.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 26 June 2025
So, at the risk of helping the town lose any more of its tranquility and specialness, a good ship to consider is the ultra-luxury Seabourn Encore (seabourn.com), making her Alaskan debut next season.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 18 June 2025
That stunning long shot is a classic English pastoral scene, its bucolic tranquility broken by menacing savages that look like refugees from an earlier millennium.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquility
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The robot's performance matched that of skilled human surgeons, handling unexpected scenarios with composure and precision.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Jordan Walsh regains his composure Walsh was whistled for seven personal fouls in the Celtics’ second Summer League game, then was ejected from the third after picking up two technicals in a seven-second span.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Trump also threatened Russia with several ultimatums if a peace agreement was not reached.—
Mark Temnycky,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Less than two weeks for Russia to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
29 July 2025
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Here are some of the most peaceful beach destinations for travelers really looking to relax and unwind in serenity: The Seychelles earned top spot as the most peaceful beach destination.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Who doesn’t love the serenity and beauty of a Japanese garden?—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
23 July 2025
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In the quiet of the postpartum unit, some staff shared that they had been born here; others told stories of celebrating the births of friends and family members.—
John McHugh,
Mercury News,
30 July 2025
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Moments of early-morning quiet in a deer stand are some of my favorites to recall.—
George Warthen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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