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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
an exceptionally placid mother who was rarely upset by her six children
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
a placid lake
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
a vacation in the placid lake community
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
the placidity of the area makes it a perfect vacation spot for people who just want to relax
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
his evident lack of placidity makes him poorly suited for such a stressful job
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as in peacefulness
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
her apparent placidity belied an inner turmoil as she faced a life-altering decision
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Recent Examples of placid
Nick Remsen, Vogue, 4 Dec. 2024
The image is a cousin of Sister Hannah’s basket, too, an apocalypse as placid as an afternoon of apple picking.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
Mary and the chubby infant are enveloped within the contour of a protective royal blue cloak, safe even from the seemingly placid world of nature unfolding behind them.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2024
As if a world so placid and unresponsive could excite only the opposite sensations in him.
—Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
Specifically, the ups and downs—the building booms and busts, the trendy neighborhoods turned ghostly blocks, the placid stretches to violent storms—of South Florida.
—Nick Remsen, Vogue, 4 Dec. 2024
The image is a cousin of Sister Hannah’s basket, too, an apocalypse as placid as an afternoon of apple picking.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
Mary and the chubby infant are enveloped within the contour of a protective royal blue cloak, safe even from the seemingly placid world of nature unfolding behind them.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2024
As if a world so placid and unresponsive could excite only the opposite sensations in him.
—Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for placid
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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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Look to shades of green like sage, moss, and juniper for a tranquil connection with nature.—
Cyndy Aldred,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2025
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But instead of a tranquil stroll in the Pennines of West Yorkshire, Ivy had other ideas and began singing Hey Jude by The Beatles—although her version sounded a little different to the warm and soothing vocals of Paul McCartney.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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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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That composure led to him landing a knee in the third round after a scramble to get off the mat and setting up the ground strikes that finished the fight at the 3:43 mark of Round 3.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Trailing 6-4, Tien showed remarkable composure and character to win six of the last seven points, securing the victory in four hours, 49 minutes.—
George Ramsay,
CNN,
16 Jan. 2025
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Warm, funny and generally fairly calm seeming, Nimino doesn’t seem too preoccupied with his virality or with trying to top it.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
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
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The riot took place after a Trump speech imploring supporters to march on the Capitol and interrupt the peaceful transfer of power after his loss to Democrat Joe Biden in the 2020 election.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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With a focus on soft, natural tones, sustainable materials and biophilic elements like plants and greenery, this trend transforms hospitality spaces into peaceful sanctuaries.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Think of the serenity and Belle Epoque styling of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc meeting the sophistication and exclusivity of the Hermitage Monte-Carlo rolled into a superyacht.—
Katia Damborsky,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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For serenity and spiritual attunement A stunning crystal known for its serene properties, celestite makes a perfect companion for Aquarius’ peace of mind.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Thank you to all of you who walk with us for a more just world full of peace and respect.—
Beatrice Verhoeven,
The Hollywood Reporter,
29 Jan. 2025
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insists that such a deal can be hard to reach, emphasizing the importance of a just peace over a swift one.—
Iuliia Mendel,
TIME,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Placid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/placid. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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