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or tranquillity
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
enjoyed the tranquility of the snow-covered field at dusk
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
a psychotherapist valued for her tranquility and ability to listen
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as in peace
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a mountain climber who finds inner tranquility as he looks out from the edge of some lofty precipice
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Recent Examples of tranquility
Winter brings mist that blankets the ground, giving the landscape a hushed tranquility, while spring and summer deliver fields of wildflowers and the soothing buzz of bees.
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Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Embrace nature: Radnor Lake State Park offers 1,368 acres of tranquility in South Nashville.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
Loreto, Mexico, is a secluded town on the Baja Peninsula known for its natural beauty and tranquility.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024
Lately, though, the tranquility of this routine has been shattered.
—Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 1 Oct. 2024
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Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Embrace nature: Radnor Lake State Park offers 1,368 acres of tranquility in South Nashville.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
Loreto, Mexico, is a secluded town on the Baja Peninsula known for its natural beauty and tranquility.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024
Lately, though, the tranquility of this routine has been shattered.
—Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tranquility
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Stay Calm: Maintain composure and clarity in communication.Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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For the third straight game, the Clippers were in a contest too close for comfort that challenged their composure.Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2024
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Simone Talma Flowers serves as the executive director of Interfaith Action of Central Texas, an organization that brings people of all faiths and cultures together to cultivate peace and respect.Simone Talma Flowers, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Will that help bring peace to Lebanon? Nov. 15, 2024 The equation, however, has changed in another important way.Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
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Those looking for ultimate serenity should consider Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa, an adult-only (16+) property in Vernon initially built by the Swarovski family.Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
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And so, when his recording and stage schedule allows, the 39-year-old makes time for serenity—and for indulging his love of romantic French opera, as a listener rather than a singer.Nora Taylor, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
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In the quiet of the nearby waiting room, Jerry and Lisa prayed and worried.Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 19 Nov. 2024
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Katie Ledecky’s Gold Medal Mind-Set Bidens Border Crackdown Could Disproportionately Affect Families Israeli news outlets break the quiet of the Sabbath to cover the release of four hostages.New York Times, New York Times, 8 June 2024
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“Tranquility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tranquility. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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