as in nonchalant
not easily panicked or upset
the unflappable teacher never even blinked when the wall map came crashing down
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Recent Examples of unflappable
It’s been easy to get lost in Mikko Mania, as Rantanen has put the Stars on his broad shoulders and carried them this far, with some significant help from the unflappable Jake Oettinger in goal.
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Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 14 May 2025
Gansevoort Plaza, Meatpacking District | Free with RSVP Sally Ride became the first American woman to blast off into space, but beneath her unflappable composure was a secret.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 12 May 2025
In The Apprentice’s debut season, Donald Trump was the show’s unflappable centerpiece: assigning tasks at the top of each episode, dispensing business advice midway through, and ultimately delivering his signature dismissal to one unlucky contestant.
—Dawn Klavon, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
There is something of Lady Hemphill in the character of Lady Tressilian, the severe and unflappable matriarch in Agatha Christie’s classic whodunnit novel Towards Zero, adapted by the BBC into a three-part miniseries streaming on BritBox this week.
—Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
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Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 14 May 2025
Gansevoort Plaza, Meatpacking District | Free with RSVP Sally Ride became the first American woman to blast off into space, but beneath her unflappable composure was a secret.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 12 May 2025
In The Apprentice’s debut season, Donald Trump was the show’s unflappable centerpiece: assigning tasks at the top of each episode, dispensing business advice midway through, and ultimately delivering his signature dismissal to one unlucky contestant.
—Dawn Klavon, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
There is something of Lady Hemphill in the character of Lady Tressilian, the severe and unflappable matriarch in Agatha Christie’s classic whodunnit novel Towards Zero, adapted by the BBC into a three-part miniseries streaming on BritBox this week.
—Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflappable
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Actress January Jones channeled Isabel Marant’s nonchalant French-girl style by wearing an oversized sweater and cutoff jean shorts to a dinner hosted by the designer.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 June 2025
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The partnership marks a stylistic evolution for White, who previously channeled classic Americana and nonchalant cool in campaigns for Calvin Klein.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
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The protests, which were mostly calm and peaceful, were held in opposition to President Donald Trump's policies and coincided with the controversial parade for the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary in Washington, D.C.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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These calm and gentle activities by the sea have restorative benefits and are increasingly featured as part of wellness retreats.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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No actor on TV is making a meal out of language like Tramell Tillman, and no character on TV is being punished for that imperturbable mellifluousness like Severance middle manager Seth Milchick.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
21 Mar. 2025
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The index took a mere three weeks and a day to fall just over 10% from its peak on Feb. 19 through Thursday’s close, in its way an equal and opposite reaction to the imperturbable rally that had lifted the market to those highs.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2025
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Six Senses Ibiza Wade into the serene waters of Xarraca Bay while staying at Six Senses Ibiza, a 137-room hotel on the northern edge of the island.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Photo : Gavin Cater Shaded by a majestic oak, the serene grounds are laced with multiple seating areas, winding garden pathways, and a sport court.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
16 June 2025
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By sending manufacturing overseas, companies gained access to lower labor costs, lighter regulations, and the illusion of unshakable profit margins.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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These unshakable, vaguely nebulous finales are in many ways the key to the remarkable shelf life of Kubrick’s filmography.—
Spike Carter,
Air Mail,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Then take the time to analyze the situation before delivering a thoughtful and composed response.—
Christopher Fairbank,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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McIlroy looked composed and steady at 2-under through nine.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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As did the nerveless manner in which the striker — who turns 38 in March — sent goalkeeper Harry Tyrer the wrong way from the spot to clinch another three points.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
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Instead, Kvitova produced a nerveless performance, finishing off the match with her first ace of the final.—
Danielle Rossingh,
Forbes,
27 June 2021
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“Unflappable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unflappable. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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