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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
she remains untroubled despite the chaos around her
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
quietly canoeing on the untroubled waters of the lake
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Recent Examples of untroubled
The show wasn’t green-lighted, but Lockwood is untroubled by the failure.
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Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Barbuda Belle offers a sense of being almost, maybe, at the edge of the world, the ideal hideaway removed from the outside hubbub and untroubled by it—a K Club for today.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2025
Many are archaically hard-line on Communism, in favor of the Vietnam War, untroubled by military power: in a word, indifferent or hostile to what most concerns their younger partisans.
—John Kenneth Galbraith, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
Traders seem untroubled by the possibility that tariffs’ return to the spotlight could lead to another market crash.
—Paolo Confino, Fortune, 9 July 2025
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Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Barbuda Belle offers a sense of being almost, maybe, at the edge of the world, the ideal hideaway removed from the outside hubbub and untroubled by it—a K Club for today.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2025
Many are archaically hard-line on Communism, in favor of the Vietnam War, untroubled by military power: in a word, indifferent or hostile to what most concerns their younger partisans.
—John Kenneth Galbraith, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
Traders seem untroubled by the possibility that tariffs’ return to the spotlight could lead to another market crash.
—Paolo Confino, Fortune, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for untroubled
Adjective
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The roughly two-thirds of an acre parcel feels inviting and unexpectedly serene for its central Newport location.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2026
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Now, private and serene secondary spaces orbit focal gathering spots.—
David Foxley,
Architectural Digest,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In the same way, the entire gallery space invites us into the thoughtful and tranquil world of Alfredo Castañeda.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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The entrance cleverly separates hotel guests from those who are there to dine, so the check-in area is always uncrowded and tranquil.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The Minneapolis Police Department asked for the public to remain calm after Saturday's shooting.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The police chief appealed for calm, both from the public and federal law enforcement.—
Jack Brook,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Below are five actions that may seem quiet but can significantly increase your chances of promotion in the first quarter, along with how to put them into practice.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The cold, quiet pattern continues Tuesday in Minnesota.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The mayor called on the community to remain peaceful in the aftermath.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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But once inside, as the crackling fire quickly warms you up, there’s no better feeling after hours on the trail than dropping your backpack on the floor, taking off your boots and settling in for a few days of peaceful escape.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Without unbending her back, the mother arranges her mouth into a placid line.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Dec. 2025
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As Butker’s kick went through, Steichen looked placid.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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When the center returned to Minnesota, Finch saw a player who was more composed and sure of how to use his boundless energy within the context of the game.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
15 Jan. 2026
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More aggressive than the Tide, more physical, more composed and clearly better prepared, the Hoosiers showed zero rust after a month-long break after the Big Ten championship game.—
Paul Myerberg,
USA Today,
2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Omniscience gives way to a motley chorus of inner monologues and hushed conversations, kitchen table squabbles, restless thoughts, wistful memories.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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The hushed silence spoke with more power than the words that eventually followed.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Untroubled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untroubled. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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