sangre fría

Definitions of sangre fría
  1. noun
    self-control in a crisis; ability to say or do the right thing in an emergency
    synonyms: aplomo, serenidad
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    type of:
    autodominio, fuerza de voluntad
    the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior
  2. noun
    great coolness and composure under strain
    synonyms: aplomo
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    type of:
    calma, calmosidad, serenidad, tranquilidad
    steadiness of mind under stress
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