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as in aura
a special quality or impression associated with something
there's a temper of tranquility about the retreat that visitors find very inviting
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as in mood
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
was in quite a bad temper after spilling his juice all over his new shirt
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as in temperament
one's characteristic attitude or mood
she has an even temper and a calm manner that sets everyone all at ease
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as in to anneal
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as in to moderate
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Recent Examples of temper
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Feb. 2025
Althoff’s exhibitions always seem in sympathy with such distinct rearrangements of actuality, time, and temper.
—Michael Bracewell, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025
Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
But some of these ambitions have been tempered of late, after the opposition parties that control Taiwan's legislature cut or froze a significant chunk of national defense funding.
—Ashish Valentine, NPR, 3 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Woe’s Hollow is where Kier Eagan first tamed the four tempers of the human soul: woe, frolic, dread, and malice.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Feb. 2025
Althoff’s exhibitions always seem in sympathy with such distinct rearrangements of actuality, time, and temper.
—Michael Bracewell, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025
Verb
Although there is a zero-tolerance policy for breaking rules, that is tempered by an understanding of trauma.
—Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
But some of these ambitions have been tempered of late, after the opposition parties that control Taiwan's legislature cut or froze a significant chunk of national defense funding.
—Ashish Valentine, NPR, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temper
Noun
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Another brand that elicited an aura of femininity through the creation of the romance on the runway was N°21.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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An aura of rebellious Britishness radiated through the bold clash of tartans, black leather motorcycle jackets, and ornate embellishments that evoked the iconic style of Pearly Kings and Queens.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Different types of exercise, such as walking, yoga, and high-intensity workouts, have shown various cognitive and mood benefits.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
10 Mar. 2025
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Depression, Confusion, and Irritability B6 is essential to making certain neurotransmitters and hormones, such as serotonin, which affect brain function and mood.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
10 Mar. 2025
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The sleek silhouette of the shoe echoes the overall temperament of the season–quiet strength, sensuality, and effortless sophistication.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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The film plays up his Captain as its own distinct hero, a Captain America with no super serum but better gear, a different temperament and a different style of fighting.—
Maya Phillips,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Workable quantum solutions that make use of annealing systems are now in use.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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These services provide access to advanced quantum computing technologies, including annealing quantum computers with over 5,000 qubits and quantum-classical hybrid solvers capable of tackling complex problems involving up to one million variables.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
18 Dec. 2024
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During the presentation, moderated by former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, Biddulph announced that his organization, which became the Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation, was encouraging attorneys general to file suit against Congress.—
Phoebe Petrovic,
ProPublica,
17 Mar. 2025
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About 47 million people faced an enhanced to moderate severe storm threat from Madison, Wis., to Birmingham, Ala. Forecasters grew increasingly worried that intense thunderstorms farther south will likely bring an even greater tornado threat Saturday.—
Sean Murphy and Russ Bynum,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The atmosphere is upscale and inviting, with a great drink selection featuring plenty of bourbons and craft cocktails.—
Jamie Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Mar. 2025
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The blurb for the comic: Millions of miles from home, hundreds of ships descend into the stormy atmosphere of a hostile frozen world.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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What none of them realize is the power of the sandman. Staples, who holds an MFA in fiction from the Institute of American Indian Arts, gives us a creepy and fast-paced story that details the workings of a well-run casino and the spirits of those who have been there in life.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
10 Mar. 2025
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Pompeii is closer in spirit for many of the shows that Bauer was known for at Tandem such as The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2025
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That makes the continent's political disposition critical to the future of freedom.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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People with a 'sweet tooth' have sweeter dispositions Journal of Research in Personality.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Discover Magazine,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Temper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temper. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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