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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
she remains untroubled despite the chaos around her
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
quietly canoeing on the untroubled waters of the lake
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Recent Examples of untroubled
The show opens with the rumble of Tuvan throat singing and the piercing dissonance of Bulgarian harmony, but most of what follows is a smooth surface untroubled by such disturbances.
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Brian Seibert, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
In some ways, his competitive debut was an admission that Villa’s first-choice line-up remains untroubled from the previous campaign, despite eight incomings.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 20 Aug. 2024
Bruno is a classic technocrat, calm and, yes, judicious, untroubled by doubt or other emotions.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 24 Oct. 2024
Beijing likewise remains untroubled by the 2009 and 2019 crackdowns within Iran itself—in fact, there have been reputable reports that Tehran relies heavily on Chinese technology to pursue its domestic enemies.
—Steven A. Cook, Foreign Affairs, 9 Aug. 2021
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Brian Seibert, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
In some ways, his competitive debut was an admission that Villa’s first-choice line-up remains untroubled from the previous campaign, despite eight incomings.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 20 Aug. 2024
Bruno is a classic technocrat, calm and, yes, judicious, untroubled by doubt or other emotions.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 24 Oct. 2024
Beijing likewise remains untroubled by the 2009 and 2019 crackdowns within Iran itself—in fact, there have been reputable reports that Tehran relies heavily on Chinese technology to pursue its domestic enemies.
—Steven A. Cook, Foreign Affairs, 9 Aug. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for untroubled
Adjective
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The primary suite, situated on the main floor, features a serene bathroom with bamboo detailing on the ceiling and a private terrace overlooking the lake.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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The video initially shows serene underwater footage featuring fish gliding through turquoise waters.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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Photo : The Finale Masterplan Development A tranquil powder room.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Spa The Heavenly Spa by Westin is a tranquil space located toward the back of the resort, just a short walk or quick bike ride away.—
Jess Feldman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Tsunoda came into the weekend with fairly calm expectations, saying that a Q3 appearance and points return would be a good start.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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The sulfur and salicylic acid calm things down without stripping my skin, and there’s even charcoal and bentonite clay to go even deeper and pull out gunk.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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On the final whistle, there was deep quiet inside the Metropolitano.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Pentagon has not held a press briefing in weeks, and the Defense Department has been quiet about the ongoing strikes.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In the opening scene of Season 3, Nicholas Duvernay’s character hurls expletives at a Buddha statue — encapsulating the character’s cultural ignorance while also foreshadowing how the retreat will be anything but peaceful for those seeking peace.—
Viren Naidu,
IndieWire,
2 Apr. 2025
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Tesla’s stock has plummeted nearly 50 percent since late December, and the EV company has become a target for both peaceful protests and violent demonstrations, including vandalism, shootings and arson attacks.—
Miranda Nazzaro,
The Hill,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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And the placid and ecumenical urge, so appealing in more serene moments, can land differently in our own.—
Adam Gopnik,
The New Yorker,
24 Mar. 2025
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Last but not least, the bag is available in seven spring-perfect shades and patterns, including placid blue, lime green, koi orange, and a fun colorblock style, among others.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The 2021 Baylor and 2022 Kansas national championship squads were nearly entirely composed of upperclassmen, and UConn started just one freshman for each of its back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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For example, research at the Ivey Business School reveals that temperance (being calm, composed, patient, prudent, and self-controlled) is one of the weakest character dimensions for many people.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Add chicken, rounded side down, and cook, undisturbed, until browned on underside, 6 to 7 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
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Using a wooden spoon, stir well to break up any large clumps, then turn the heat to low, cover, and cook undisturbed until the water is absorbed and the mixture is fluffy, about 3 minutes.—
Meher Mirza,
Saveur,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Untroubled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untroubled. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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