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remaining calm
[rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ kɑːm]
verb phrase
manter-se calmo/calma
1.
To stay composed and peaceful despite challenging or stressful circumstances
Remaining calm during the crisis helped her make better decisions.
Manter-se calma durante a crise ajudou-a a tomar melhores decisões.
2.
To preserve one's composure and emotional stability in difficult situations
He focused on remaining calm when facing the angry customer.
Ele se concentrou em manter-se calmo ao enfrentar o cliente furioso.
NYC Slang
keeping it cool, not losing it
Synonyms
staying composed
keeping cool
maintaining composure
staying peaceful
keeping one's head
Antonyms
losing control
panicking
becoming agitated
getting upset
losing composure
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
manter-se calmo/calma
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ficar tranquilo/tranquila
Common alternative in São Paulo region
Rio de Janeiro
manter a calma
Frequently used variant in Rio
Portugal
manter-se calmo/calma
Standard usage in Portugal
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep a stiff upper lip
don't lose your head
stay cool as a cucumber
keep your wits about you
manter a cabeça no lugar (PT-BR)
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