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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a serene vacation spot
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as in calm
free from emotional or mental agitation
a serene woman who was everyone's source of support
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a serene lake
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Recent Examples of serene
The interior, however, reveals a serene retreat, where curving silhouettes, custom furnishings, and curated vintage pieces—all included in the sale—create an inviting, relaxed atmosphere.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
With a prime location in Sedona along the serene Oak Creek, L’Auberge de Sedona has been one of the resorts most synonymous with the area for decades.
—Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The couple matched in sherpa jackets and stood near a serene body of water in nature.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year is 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, a serene off-white that’s meant to promote relaxation and creativity.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
With a prime location in Sedona along the serene Oak Creek, L’Auberge de Sedona has been one of the resorts most synonymous with the area for decades.
—Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The couple matched in sherpa jackets and stood near a serene body of water in nature.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year is 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, a serene off-white that’s meant to promote relaxation and creativity.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serene
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Frontcourt production would rely on the Brazile-Richmond-Pringle trio again, should Ewin have a second quiet performance in a row.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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Meghan Markle forwent her usual quiet luxury style for Old Hollywood glamour in a custom Harbison Studio dress at the annual Fifteen Percent Pledge Fundraising Gala Honoring Tina Knowles on Saturday night in Los Angeles.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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De-escalate using calm leadership to keep discussions productive and focused.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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The day will remain mostly sunny, with calm winds.—
Adam Del Rosso,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Guillen and her husband purchased the park — just feet from the typically tranquil Guadalupe River — as a retirement investment built on steady cash flow.—
Gretchen Butwid,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
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While the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks have been relatively tranquil this winter, the Los Angeles Dodgers added to their embarrassment of riches by signing four-time All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker and three-time All-Star closer Edwin Díaz.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The hotel’s 240 rooms have been designed as peaceful and exclusive retreats, and yet the five-star hotel is also the island’s latest attraction.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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The park’s two-acre freshwater lake offers peaceful fishing spots.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Comfortable Ride: Adaptive dynamics with the optional air suspension provides a smooth and composed ride, even on rough roads and off road trails.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
1 Feb. 2026
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When the center returned to Minnesota, Finch saw a player who was more composed and sure of how to use his boundless energy within the context of the game.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
15 Jan. 2026
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Hicks was born in 1967, grew up in the placid Chicago suburb of South Holland, studied at a seminary on the Southwest Side, spent a year in Mexico, and served in the Archdiocese of Chicago’s parishes and seminaries.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
6 Feb. 2026
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But this type of placid acceptance in the face of obvious danger isn’t unique to this ensemble.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
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Spice Beauty's Milk & Rose Collection was formulated to bring that calm, restful spa-like experience to your bathtub.—
Raquel Reichard,
Refinery29,
4 Feb. 2026
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Rooms are designed with soothing, neutral colors and beds that encourage restful nights, and all food and drinks (other than alcohol and zero-proof cocktails) are included in the nightly rate.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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To address this, the Statista R research team employed triangulation, combining secondary data from global sources and national datasets with primary data from university reports and data submissions to verify collected information.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
28 Jan. 2026
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The collected data is sent to an app via Bluetooth, where it can be used to provide information on hormonal cycles and anxiety levels.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Serene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serene. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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