1
: having a center
—often used in combination
a dark-centered coneflower
2
: having a center of curvature
—often used in combination
a 3-centered arch
3
: emotionally stable and secure
Examples of centered in a Sentence
She struggled with depression for years, but she's more centered now and able to live a full life.
Recent Examples on the Web
The person in the back seat keeps centered and pedals.
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Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 6 June 2024
Focusing on the next story helps to stay centered on what really matters: the writing itself.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2024
Therapy will provide a place to talk out your feelings, make plans and stay centered.
—Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2024
Instead, go with a smaller centered bed or use a larger bed and use one nightstand.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024
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Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 6 June 2024
Focusing on the next story helps to stay centered on what really matters: the writing itself.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2024
Therapy will provide a place to talk out your feelings, make plans and stay centered.
—Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2024
Instead, go with a smaller centered bed or use a larger bed and use one nightstand.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024
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“Centered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centered. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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