peacefulness

noun

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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance the peacefulness of the secluded beach was refreshing

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as in peace
a state without war a period of peacefulness that remained unbroken until World War I

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as in tranquillity
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions after coming to terms with his sexuality, he felt a peacefulness that he had never experienced before

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  1. peace
  2. serenity
  3. quiet
Noun
  • Zelenskyy, however, remains skeptical that Putin is ready for peace as Russian forces continue to pound Ukraine.
    — arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Interestingly, the White House's readout of the call did not include Putin's key condition for peace.
    — Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
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  • The hexagon shape creates an unexpected focal point, while light blue walls add serenity to this space. 12.
    — Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Terra-cotta has become an iconic shade for Italian color palettes; other hues, like neutrals, balance the boldness of the rustic hues to elicit serenity in any room.
    — Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2025
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  • Ting Su; 2024; USA; 10 min Digitizing union newspapers in the quiet of a dark room, a filmmaker reflects on their relationship to labor. David (for now) | Dir.
    — Addie Morfoot, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
  • The prime minister’s compound, which under its previous occupant buzzed with the activity of over 100 staff members, now has a library-like quiet, as Dr. Amarasuriya works with a staff of just a dozen.
    — Pamodi Waravita, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2025
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