quietpoise
nounUK /ˈkwaɪət pɔɪz/
US /ˈkwaɪət pɔɪz/
A calm and steady way of standing or acting.
She answered the tricky question with quietpoise, never raising her voice.
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2. A peaceful stillness in a place or moment.
The garden had a quietpoise that made everyone whisper.
3. The ability to stay calm while waiting for something.
His quietpoise in the long line impressed the teacher.
4. A gentle, steady way of moving or holding yourself.
The dancer's quietpoise made every step look easy.