calm waters

/kɑːm ˈwɔːtərz/
phraseIntermediate💡 a peaceful or safe situation

The ship sailed into calm waters after the storm.

The situation became peaceful and safe after the difficulty.

informal

a situation that is peaceful, safe, or free from trouble

After months of chaos, the company finally reached calm waters.

The company found stability and peace after a turbulent period.

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Often used metaphorically to describe a period of stability or relief.

Collocations

smooth sailinga period of success or easerough watersa difficult or turbulent situation

Related Phrases

smooth sailingphrase
a period of success or ease
rough watersphrase
a difficult or turbulent situation

💡Pro Tip

Metaphorical Use

This phrase is often used metaphorically to describe any peaceful or stable situation, not just literal bodies of water.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

Ensure the context supports the metaphorical use when applying it to non-literal situations.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the literal meaning of calm (peaceful) and waters (sea or body of water), often used metaphorically.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts to describe stability or relief from difficulties.

Word Breakdown

calm
peaceful or quiet
root
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waters
a body of water (often metaphorical)
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