I went for a point, kept calm (6)

I believe the answer is:

placid

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'calm' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

I can't explain the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for placid that I've seen before include "Quiet and still" , "not easily angered" , "Calm and still" , "Calm, phlegmatic" , "Serene - unruffled" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.

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