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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
his coolness under pressure makes him everyone's first choice to head a project with an ironclad deadline
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as in elegance
the quality or state of being fashionable
the coolness of their clothes is something that high schoolers tend to obsess over
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Recent Examples of coolness
Of course, the brand is known for its classic coolness and quality, especially since it’s made of 99 percent cotton for total comfort.
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Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2025
What does coolness mean right now?
—The Editors, Curbed, 15 Dec. 2025
Stewart’s glam followed suit with her effortless coolness, with choppy hair and minimal makeup.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
Temperatures are finally starting to drop in the South, with the slant of the sun and the coolness at night signaling that the fall season has indeed arrived.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
The new version illuminates, adding a solid degree of coolness.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
Introduced in 1963 as Coca-Cola’s first diet soda, Tab and its unforgettable hot pink can became a symbol of individuality and effortless coolness — and when it was discontinued in October 2020, its absence left a surprisingly large void for its loyal fans.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Walmart shoppers rave that the quilt provides the perfect coolness while still being comfy.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
What interests me is the conversation between surfaces, glossy against matte, the warmth of wood beside the coolness of stone.
—Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coolness
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The composure to finish the play.—
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The image captures Mellisa moving through festive surroundings with focused determination, presenting a figure who maintains sharp composure amid surrounding chaos.—
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The clean double-breasted buttons instantly add elegance to your airport outfit, especially when paired with a matching Amazon Essentials Turtleneck and sleek black Libin Wide-leg Dress Pants to keep you warm and comfortable from takeoff to arrival.—
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But the elegance in this quirky look did feel complicated, challenging even, to take in at first glance.—
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Seattle also wouldn’t be here without Darnold’s calmness and consistency.—
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People say the hobby offers calmness and a sense of control.—
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The Beach Boys were in decline by 1967 — in health and hipness alike.—
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Photos and videos from the period show famous revelers clearly giddy with their own hipness.—
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Meanwhile, the David Lynch–style tension built by Will’s arrival just kind of fizzles.—
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This take on tiramisu has all the flavors of a coconut cream pie but in the classic no-bake dessert style.—
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The stylishness and comfort of this look are behind its effortless beauty; great fits and classic pieces are the hallmarks of Italian style.—
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The style makes your legs look longer and flatter your hips thanks to the high-rise waistline.—
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Beal is now out for the season due to a hip fracture, while Collins has provided little amid the Clippers’ uneven start to the season.—
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The second cool down on Friday will see wake-up temperatures in the 40s and highs in the low 60s during the day.—
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Webb is designed to observe primarily infrared light, which is especially good at revealing dust, cool-to-warm gas, and star formation regions that can be hidden in visible-light images.—
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“Coolness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coolness. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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