as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
remained unworried despite the panic all around her
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Recent Examples of unworried
Christmas tree farmers across Harford County, while unworried about their trees expected to be sold this holiday season, have raised concerns about their younger trees, which take seven or eight years to fully develop.
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Brennan Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
The budget process was a far more unworried affair in 2022, when, at Newsom’s urging, the Legislature approved $1.4 billion in loans to keep the Diablo Canyon plant open to help maintain reliability of the state’s power grid.
—Ari Plachta, Sacramento Bee, 5 June 2024
So far, the Fed’s leader, at least, has sounded unworried.
—Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, 26 June 2023
After noticing that Mathias -- an otherwise sporty and active 7-year-old at the time, who loved swimming in the pool and the Mediterranean Sea near their home -- was having mobility issues, the couple, relatively unworried at first, took him to the doctor.
—Terry Ward, CNN, 24 Dec. 2021
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Brennan Stewart, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
The budget process was a far more unworried affair in 2022, when, at Newsom’s urging, the Legislature approved $1.4 billion in loans to keep the Diablo Canyon plant open to help maintain reliability of the state’s power grid.
—Ari Plachta, Sacramento Bee, 5 June 2024
So far, the Fed’s leader, at least, has sounded unworried.
—Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, 26 June 2023
After noticing that Mathias -- an otherwise sporty and active 7-year-old at the time, who loved swimming in the pool and the Mediterranean Sea near their home -- was having mobility issues, the couple, relatively unworried at first, took him to the doctor.
—Terry Ward, CNN, 24 Dec. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unworried
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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
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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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
Adjective
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After more than six months of study, Tianwen-2 will leave the asteroid and drop the collected sample down to Earth before heading off to investigate 311P/PanSTARRS, a complicated celestial object that’s part asteroid and part comet.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
31 Dec. 2025
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However, these days, a more collected look is preferred.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
30 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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From a kitchen inspired by Scandinavian and Japanese design to a colorful yet tranquil Victorian bathroom, Drift Interiors + Architecture can bring any style to life.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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Long, flowing lines and a neutral palette create calm, tranquil vibes throughout, while expansive windows invite light in and offer views out.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
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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Advertisement Cheney appeared unperturbed by all of it, especially his thuggish image.—
Karl Vick,
Time,
4 Nov. 2025
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But the unperturbed Simpson steadied the Tide again, dropping 28- and 25-yard completions to set up Miller’s score before halftime.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Unworried.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unworried. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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