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Sangfroid

usgb/sɑːŋˈfrwɑː/Volume
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French OriginPlay
Sangfroid comes from French, where 'sang' means blood and 'froid' means cold, reflecting calmness under pressure. SlideHer sangfroid during the intense debate impressed everyone.
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Emotional RestraintPlay
Sangfroid implies controlling emotions; it's more about hiding feelings than not having them. SlideEven when insulted, he responded with sangfroid.
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Cultural NuancePlay
Using 'sangfroid' suggests sophistication and might convey an anglophile or literary personality. SlideShe admired his sangfroid and worldly demeanor.