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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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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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There’s a refreshing fluidity and freeness to the best wine bars of New York City, which can appear in many forms—a sleek power-lunch hotspot, a cozy bar on the Lower East Side, or a tranquil backyard in Brooklyn.
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Oset Babür-Winter, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2024
This process has many aspects, many exciting new arrivals to welcome as the Earth makes its progress around the sun and daylight diminishes in the north, sweeping birds southward and westward to the tranquil coasts of California.
—Jack Gedney, The Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2024
The area feels tranquil and private without compromising on amenities or sea views.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2024
Create a tranquil atmosphere in your home by burning this scent after a long day.
—Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2024
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Oset Babür-Winter, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2024
This process has many aspects, many exciting new arrivals to welcome as the Earth makes its progress around the sun and daylight diminishes in the north, sweeping birds southward and westward to the tranquil coasts of California.
—Jack Gedney, The Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2024
The area feels tranquil and private without compromising on amenities or sea views.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2024
Create a tranquil atmosphere in your home by burning this scent after a long day.
—Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2024
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However, in recent years, hotels like The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas have been elevating the city with quiet opulence—sophisticated luxury with some of the most expensive rooms in the city.Kaila Yu, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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In the film, Glenn stars as Gene Lee Grady, a lonely military man mourning his late wife and living a quiet existence in his tidy house.William Earl, Variety, 24 Oct. 2024
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It might be best known for its summertime seaside villas but the coastline also makes for the perfect winter getaway for those looking for somewhere quiet and serene to appreciate the snow.Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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At Shingle Creek, just outside Kissimmee, a peaceful paddle at the headwaters of the Everglades often results in spotting these serene creatures gliding through the water.Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2024
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While in prison, Mohammadi has continued to campaign tirelessly for human rights causes, lobbying strongly for the rights of Iranian women and calling for a peaceful resolution to the war in Gaza.Niamh Kennedy, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
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Whether to accept election results and the peaceful transfer of power has never been on the ballot like this.ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2024
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For a beginner-friendly choice for those just starting to get a hang of their paddle, try Chattanooga Guided Adventures, where routes are designed to tour through placid sections in the river and enthusiastic and knowledgable guides help with set-up and safety at every step of the way.Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024
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Rose witnesses a new patient — frantic and terrified one minute, placid and dead-eyed the next — take her own life right in front of her, a haunting smile never leaving the disturbed young woman’s face.Janey Tracey, EW.com, 16 Oct. 2024
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But if in one moment all was calm, in the next everything changed.Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2024
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My dad is this like calm, sweet, empathetic man and Happy is a little bit high strung.Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
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Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals for overall health, recognized for its broad range of benefits, from promoting restful sleep to supporting bone strength.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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Its compression and massage features are designed to relax you into a restful sleep.Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
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Stay composed and resilient with empathy, which should help ease tension in the room.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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In a star-making performance, Pierre is terrific as a man with a particular skill set thrumming below his composed, placid surface.Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2024
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