composure (kəmˈpəʊʒə
)
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noun
- calmness, esp of the mind; tranquillity; serenity
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She bridged the awkwardness of the introduction with a calm, matter-of-fact composure.
, A Worm of Doubt (1987)As America struggled to regain its composure , the sheer immorality of bin Laden's actions struck home.
India Today (2002)I knew I had to get my composure , be more composed," she said.
Globe and Mail (2003)Mark Waugh finally went for 49 caught, behind by Andy Caddick, but Damien Martyn played with great composure in his first innings.
Glasgow Herald (2001)Having collapsed in hysterical terror when first imprisoned, Anne recovered her composure to impress even her enemies at her trial.
, ELIZABETH AND MARY: Cousins, Rivals, Queens (2003)