keel
Example Sentences
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All the news—every bit of it—suggests Canada finding its way back to an even keel.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026
It takes off and lands on its curved keel.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025
Maintaining a sense of normalcy — when it is safe to do so — helps kids stay on an even keel.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2025
While Piastri keeps a very even keel, and gives the impression of being unflappable, Norris wears his heart on his sleeve, and lives his failings publicly.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025
He explains that the new plank needs a beveled edge so it will fit up tight against the keel.
From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.