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aplomb
noun [U] /əˈplɒm/
/-ˈplɑːm/ Definition
› confidence and style: Rosalind conducted the meeting with characteristic aplomb/with her usual aplomb.Confidence and self-assuranceShowing arrogance and conceit
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