composure
noun
com·po·sure
kəm-ˈpō-zhər 
: a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
The witness started to break down, then paused and regained her composure.
Examples of composure in a Sentence
After the initial shock she regained her composure.
kept his composure in spite of the repeated provocations
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Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Their insights can offer new perspectives and practical advice on how to manage rejection while maintaining your professional composure.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
But iron play, putting, mental fortitude, desire, composure, moxie?
—Jordan Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2025
In my personal value system, difficulties should be faced with calm composure, bold creativity and steely determination — which my advisors model regularly.
—Jed Brewer, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for composure
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“Composure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/composure. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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composure
noun
com·po·sure
kəm-ˈpō-zhər
: calmness especially of mind, manner, or appearance
she kept her composure
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