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composure

[kuhm-poh-zher] / kəmˈpoʊ ʒər /


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Blue-chip corporate bonds exhibit composure, with spreads offering 0.81% over Treasuries, despite global disruptions.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

The other moment where West loses his composure is in recalling the 1991 HIV diagnosis of Mr. Johnson, who, thankfully, contributes much here.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

But rather than reacting rashly, he marshaled a tenacious defense, not losing his composure or allowing himself to be tempted into a hotheaded action that could have led to disaster.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Whisk in milk with a diplomatic splash of chicken stock, slowly, so the mixture thickens with composure.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

She spoke to the large audience calmly and with a great deal of composure.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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