appear poised

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

To give the impression of being calm, confident, and in control.

poisedVERBS + poised

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Examples (10)

  • Despite the pressure, the young diplomat managed to appear poised throughout the negotiations.
  • She always appears incredibly poised on stage, captivating her audience.
  • Even under scrutiny, the CEO continued to appear poised and articulate.
  • During the crisis, it was essential for leaders to appear poised to reassure the public.
  • He appeared poised and confident as he addressed the large crowd.
  • No matter the challenge, she somehow manages to appear utterly poised.
  • The experienced speaker knew how to appear poised even when facing tough questions.
  • To appear poised in an interview, maintain eye contact and a calm demeanor.
  • The new model appeared effortlessly poised on the runway, showcasing the latest collection.
  • It's impressive how he can always appear so poised and in control.