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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

As Papa put one arm around Mama and the other around Mary Toy, Miss Love’s composure crumbled and she went to crying.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns




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