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poise

[poiz] / pɔɪz /




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Navigating that kind of rupture would take poise, flexibility, and tact.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Another world premiere, “Pinball,” is a debut from director Naveen Chaubal of genuine artistic poise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

Outside, winter shows its envy and its poise.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

For players 16 and 15 years old, respectively, to deliver with poise and confidence on such a big stage speaks to a bright future.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

Recovering her poise, she said firmly to Fabyan, “That remains, Sir, for you to find out.”

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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