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calm waters
/kɑːm ˈwɔːtərz/
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.
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
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
rootwaters
a body of water (often metaphorical)
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