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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the serenity in the aftermath of the tornado was remarkable
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
his serenity calmed those around him
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
the momentary serenity experienced during his lunchtime rambles gets him through the rest of the workday
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Recent Examples of serenity
Though popular destinations like Reykjavik and the Blue Lagoon attract many tourists, the island’s vast wilderness offers peace and serenity for other ,more adventurous travelers.
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Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Elsewhere, the primary bedroom offers peak serenity after hours thanks to its soundproof design.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024
Remember that even vibrant contrast in neutrals can inject energy, rather than sleepy serenity, into a bedroom.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2024
During a heavy swell, 20-foot waves unfurl in a perfect right-hand line, delivering a potent blend of adrenaline and serenity.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2024
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Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Elsewhere, the primary bedroom offers peak serenity after hours thanks to its soundproof design.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024
Remember that even vibrant contrast in neutrals can inject energy, rather than sleepy serenity, into a bedroom.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2024
During a heavy swell, 20-foot waves unfurl in a perfect right-hand line, delivering a potent blend of adrenaline and serenity.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serenity
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Additionally, temporal control techniques like pausing before responding or speaking at a moderate pace can demonstrate thoughtfulness and composure.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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The rest of the performance continued without significant problems — aside from a few iffy notes, Loomis maintained her confidence and composure for the remainder of the song.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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Both the United States and China are ultimately invested in maintaining peace on the Korean Peninsula.Sungmin Cho, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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In the mayoral race, City Councilmember Martínez Beltrán challenged Turner, with the pair often publicly at odds on issues ranging from peace resolutions in the Israel-Gaza war to tax deals for a luxury hotel.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Returning to the island at the end of a busy day and experiencing a rare quiet that’s almost impossible to to find in New York—even for someone who’s lived there for over a decade.Laura Parker, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Yaeji's With a Hammer takes one idea—namely, the volcano of rage that bubbled up inside the Korean-American artist during the quiet of the pandemic—and studies it from every angle.Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Serenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serenity. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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