Synonym: aplomb, assuredness, balance, brace, cool, sang-froid. Similar words: porpoise, poison, noise, tortoise, hoist, foist, patois, egoist. Meaning: [pɔɪz] 
n. 1. a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second 2. a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium 3. great coolness and composure under strain. v. 1. be motionless, in suspension 2. prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult 3. cause to be balanced or suspended 4. hold or carry in equilibrium.
n. 1. a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second 2. a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium 3. great coolness and composure under strain. v. 1. be motionless, in suspension 2. prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult 3. cause to be balanced or suspended 4. hold or carry in equilibrium. 
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31. The Smiths are a synopsis of pain, a resolution - awkwardness and alienation ennobled, given poise.
32. Nigel was ostentatiously smoking a big cigar to give an illusion of poise.
33. No one is a cipher, and Maloney tries to give his subjects a character, a singular demeanour and poise.
34. Newell has also arrived impressively from the Second and took his goal with poise.
35. On the other hand, I can think of no group that will handle defeat with more poise and grace.
36. Such inner poise and disinterest are fundamental to every spiritual practice, for without them the richness of awareness is impeded.
37. Margerie was very beautiful, with the grace and poise of a movie star.
38. This time the threat is not to man, but to rare species of seal, por poise and sea birds.
39. Junior Marquez Shaw showed a lot of poise in completing nine of 12 passes for 150 yards and three touchdowns.
40. To sit down in meditation and think of these mystical ideas is to poise oneself for the transcendent journey.sentencedict.com
41. With remarkable poise, he quickly put the two broken pieces in one hand and made an attempt to paddle canoe-style.
42. Lucien made a small, indignant sound, his arms flailing before he recovered his poise.
43. For young women in particular, the message conveyed is that of elegance, poise, and perhaps a hint of luxury.
44. This elegant Borzoi is shown leaving the judging ring, calmly and with poise.
45. They are designed to keep the body supple, develop co-ordination and improve poise and general fitness.
46. Stella had recovered much of her poise, and only the pallor of her face showed the strain she was under.
47. Her poor academic record was traded in for the sharpest of wits, her gaucherie for poise.
48. Moving with the assured poise of a ballet dancer.
49. Wavell received the decision with poise and dignity.
50. Hearn had poise . That was undeniable.
51. When you disagree, do so with poise and objectivity.
52. The viscosity of the polymer was 2.16 poise.
53. On the instant all her fine, civilized poise had deserted her.
54. He thought of the tall man's poise and fluent way of talking.
55. Anchor your thoughts on peace poise security and divine guidance and your mind will be productive of happiness.
56. Deportment and poise were as important as good marks for young ladies.
57. Without his exuberant poise United might not have got equaliser they deserved.
58. Every gesture reflects the poise, unite as one and beautify the campus.
59. The dance moves emulate the poise of the egret, and the men sing by vibrating lips painted with this "bird-lipstick", as Bovin describes it.
60. Though a remarkably simple method, the two newly weds holding hands secures the picture plane in firm unity and poise.
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