Poise shown under strain (6)

I believe the answer is:

aplomb

(Other definitions for aplomb that I've seen before include "Self-satisfied assurance" , "Cool self-assurance" , "coolness is required" , "Great coolness and composure under strain" , "Self-possession, assurance" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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