1
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the house was once again tranquil after the kids moved outside to play
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2
as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
though she should have been upset, she felt oddly tranquil upon learning that she would not be receiving the scholarship
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as in peaceful
free from storms or physical disturbance
drifting dreamily through tranquil seas
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Recent Examples of tranquil
After making the roughly 30-mile journey north from Tahiti, Brando found 12 small coral islets, or motus, encircling a tranquil lagoon.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Jan. 2025
Once a favorite spot for the young composer Fryderyk Chopin, this tranquil oasis invites you to pause and relax.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
One of Benally’s favorite spots on the property is a hilltop bench — a tranquil corner where visitors have placed prayer notes, painted rocks and other offerings to a nearby cluster of naturally sprouted peyote.
—Deepa Bharath and Jessie Wardarski, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
The tranquil, turquoise waters of this part of Virgin Gorda are ideal for yachts and sailboats, who stake out a spot here for a night or two.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Jan. 2025
Once a favorite spot for the young composer Fryderyk Chopin, this tranquil oasis invites you to pause and relax.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
One of Benally’s favorite spots on the property is a hilltop bench — a tranquil corner where visitors have placed prayer notes, painted rocks and other offerings to a nearby cluster of naturally sprouted peyote.
—Deepa Bharath and Jessie Wardarski, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
The tranquil, turquoise waters of this part of Virgin Gorda are ideal for yachts and sailboats, who stake out a spot here for a night or two.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquil
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After going quiet briefly as emergency responders grappled to contain the multiple fires that destroyed entire neighborhoods and killed at least 27 people, De Laurentiis broke her silence.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2025
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Try to snag a room on the third floor for ultimate peace and quiet.—
Ariel Okin,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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Located on the state’s southeastern coast, just 30 minutes north of glitzy West Palm Beach, Jupiter enjoys a slower, more serene pace that’s perfect for lazy days of relaxing with a view of the water.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
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The effect is often serene and soothing, even when busy, stuttering electronic beats occasionally enter the mix.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
22 Jan. 2025
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There are countless definitions of democracy, but virtually all Americans agree on several core criteria: free and fair elections, checks and balances, peaceful transfers of power, free speech.—
Nathaniel Rakich,
ABC News,
21 Jan. 2025
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Trump also commuted the sentences of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members who were charged with plotting to forcibly halt the peaceful transfer of power in 2020 to time served.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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Perhaps Berlinski means this outbreak of placid coexistence to be hopeful, even a metaphor for a less fractured United States: its angry old men and outraged women enjoying a moment of détente.—
Laura Collins-Hughes,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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Which were placid and rubbery, and which were meaty and juicy?—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2024
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Current conditions are more favorable, with calmer winds allowing the fire department’s helicopters to carry out water drops throughout the night, Kelliher said.—
Amanda Musa,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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The multicolored stone walls that encompass the wood-burning feature are carried over from the great room to the kitchen as well as other parts of the house, providing a calm cohesiveness.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Brooklinen’s bedroom essentials—from cozy down comforters to luxurious memory foam pillows—will soon have you on your way to more restful nights.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Architectural Digest,
10 Jan. 2025
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As many parents of young children know, bedtime does not necessarily bring with it a restful night of sleep.—
Jack Beresford,
Newsweek,
6 Jan. 2025
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Being intentional about staying calm and composed projects confidence without saying a word.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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The Brooklyn native became the new IBF super lightweight champion with a composed and masterful boxing performance to defeat Liam Paro (25-1) on Saturday night in Puerto Rico.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
8 Dec. 2024
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“Tranquil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquil. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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