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as in peacefulness
a state without war
after a long and bitter war, the troubled region finally achieved peace
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as in serenity
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
a light, humorous novel that is good for putting my mind at peace right before I go to sleep
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the eerie peace after a tornado
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as in harmony
peaceful coexistence
can't we all just live in peace?
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Recent Examples of peace
The monks captivated much of the country and even world, drawing throngs of supporters in cities from across the trek with their simple message of peace, compassion and unity.
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Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
While a truce was declared in April 2022, a comprehensive peace deal is yet to be struck.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 14 Feb. 2026
Not only is the white barked tree beautiful, but the sound of the wind rushing through the leaves embodies peace.
—Becky Bartkowski, AZCentral.com, 14 Feb. 2026
That is peace through strength.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
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Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
While a truce was declared in April 2022, a comprehensive peace deal is yet to be struck.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 14 Feb. 2026
Not only is the white barked tree beautiful, but the sound of the wind rushing through the leaves embodies peace.
—Becky Bartkowski, AZCentral.com, 14 Feb. 2026
That is peace through strength.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peace
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Suddenly, the peacefulness turned into total chaos as noise and motion erupted around me.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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Families with children swim in the shallow ripples, and sea gulls flock above the peacefulness.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Rafael Manuel’s Filipiñana opens with a provocation coyly disguised as serenity.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Oceana was rooted in serenity and calm, the type of energy Santa Monica is known for.—
Jessika Hardy,
Refinery29,
13 Feb. 2026
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
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Seamless transitions from your living room to the lawn; chef-grade kitchens wrapped in natural flagstone, firepits that bring families together and architectural harmony that makes your home feel twice as large.—
Rosehill Gardens,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
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However, in the Chinese practice of Feng Shui–which is the art of achieving balance and harmony through the arrangement of buildings, furniture, and other objects in your environment—south-facing orientation is a good thing.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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Stakes are high for the landmark meeting, which could cement the relative stability between the world’s two biggest economies that emerged after a Xi-Trump meeting in South Korea last fall.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Calls and texts related to housing stability are up more than 103% and rental assistance inquiries increased 235%.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Default settings matter, and when convenience is the default, most individuals will unknowingly trade control for ease of use.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps due to their ease of access and ubiquity, new Hondas are the main target these days.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
5 Feb. 2026
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Not with the quietness of a disease already in her brain; not drugged and almost constantly sleeping.—
Molly Aitken,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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While Sabalenka’s emotions intensified, Rybakina maintained a determined quietness throughout.—
John Pye,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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When the crashing stopped, an eerie quiet fell over the highway.—
Nichole Manna,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Jan. 2026
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Since the departure of National Guardsmen from the state, there has been an uneasy quiet in Portland.—
James Ross Gardner,
New Yorker,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Peace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peace. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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