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self-possession
ˌself pəˈzeʃn
noun
opanowanie
Also
zimna krew(f)
Definition
The state of being calm, confident, and in control of one's feelings and actions, especially in difficult situations.
Examples
She handled the crisis with remarkable self-possession.
Poradziła sobie z kryzysem z niezwykłym opanowaniem.
His self-possession in the face of danger was admirable.
Jego zimna krew w obliczu niebezpieczeństwa była godna podziwu.
Synonyms
Collocations
remarkable self-possessionregain self-possessionmaintain self-possession
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