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... of mind, the ability to remain calm and act quickly (8)

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I believe the answer is:

presence

(Other definitions for presence that I've seen before include "Being (significantly) there" , "Being there or close by" , "Physical attendance or imposing bearing" , "Personal appearance, aura" , "Personal attendance" .)

I've seen this clue in the Irish Times (Simplex) and The Irish Times.
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