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placid
adjective
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
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ˈplæs.ɪd
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adjective
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
“a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay”
adjective
not easily irritated
“an equable temper”
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a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay
the quiet waters of a lagoon
a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky
a smooth channel crossing
scarcely a ripple on the still water
an equable temper
not everyone shared his placid temperament
remained placid despite the repeated delays
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