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Aplomb

noun/uh-PLOM/

self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation.

She handled the interview with aplomb.

A-PLOMB comes from French 'a plomb' — straight as a plumb line — standing steady under pressure.

Almost always 'with aplomb' after handled, performed or answered — praise for grace under pressure.