keel
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She said there need to be "some real fundamental changes from within" but that "someone needs to steady the ship, someone needs to get it back on an even keel".
From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025
It’s the humidity, which has spiked to over 80%, that has them feeling ready to keel over between sets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025
One of the keys to Betts’ success: an even keel that sometimes frustrates fans who want every player on their team to be as visibly frustrated as they are.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025
"But there are no grey areas. She doesn't run and go crazy, she's not too low, she just keeps that even keel."
From BBC • Jul. 27, 2025
Robert was out there under the shed, reclining in the shade against the sloping keel of the overturned boat He was reading from a book.
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
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