self-possession

Example Sentences

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Even Ned was frightened out of his self possession.

From Canoe Boys and Campfires Adventures on Winding Waters by Graydon, William Murray

It is certain that few people possess the valuable qualities of imperturbable calmness and self possession, more than Monsieur T——.

From The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. by Carr, John, Sir

Now, indeed, the listener’s self possession all but betrayed the shock this announcement could not but cause him.

From The Heath Hover Mystery by Mitford, Bertram

Miss Starland was flustered and nervous, but the cool self possession of her brother greatly reassured her.

From Up the Forked River Or, Adventures in South America by Ellis, Edward Sylvester

Yet, even now, his phenomenal firmness and self possession remained with him.

From The Crime of the Century or, The Assassination of Dr. Patrick Henry Cronin by Hunt, Henry M.