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poise

[poiz] / pɔɪz /
NOUN
self-composure, dignity
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aplomb calmness confidence elegance equanimity grace self-assurance serenity tact
STRONG
address assurance balance bearing cool coolness diplomacy equilibrium gravity polish presence self-possession stasis tactfulness tranquility
WEAK
delicatesse equability presence of mind sangfroid savoir faire
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agitation tactlessness
STRONG
confusion imbalance
WEAK
excitedness
VERB
balance, suspend
Synonyms
STRONGEST
hover wait
STRONG
ballast brood float hang hold position stabilize stand steady support
WEAK
be ready
Antonyms
STRONG
let go refuse reject release
WEAK
drop fall

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Much of investors’ focus has been on those two products, which would open Tesla up to massive new markets that Nvidia is also poised to benefit from.

From MarketWatch

Much of investors’ focus has been on those two products, which would open Tesla up to massive new markets that Nvidia is also poised to benefit from.

From MarketWatch

The move is disappointing to many, coming just as yields appeared poised to break through the bottom of their recent trading range.

From The Wall Street Journal

This season's Premier League title race is finely poised and set for a thrilling conclusion.

From BBC

The president has appointed a quorum of new board members, who are poised to deliver reform and results.

From The Wall Street Journal

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