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as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
a mother cooing to her toddler and assuaging his fear of the dark
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as in to satisfy
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
that huge meal certainly assuaged my hunger
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as in to appease
to lessen the anger or agitation of
nothing would assuage the angry parent except the prompt dismissal of the teacher who had used corporal punishment without authorization
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Recent Examples of assuage
Meanwhile, widow Marta and her teenage daughter Rosa slave away in the kitchen, clean the threadbare bedrooms, and assuage the guests who seem to have holed up there permanently to ride out the war.
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 26 June 2025
Gulf states with strong ties to President Donald Trump are emerging from the war between Israel and Iran with greater regional influence and with some of their longstanding security concerns over Iranian power assuaged.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Many industry commentators thought the FTC’s case was unfounded from the beginning, and the trial has done nothing to assuage their concerns.
—Mackenzie France, Boston Herald, 18 June 2025
And the presence of other parties, presumably some Arab states, and the location of this consortium outside Iran would go far in assuaging some of Israel’s concerns.
—Daniel C. Kurtzer, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2025
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 26 June 2025
Gulf states with strong ties to President Donald Trump are emerging from the war between Israel and Iran with greater regional influence and with some of their longstanding security concerns over Iranian power assuaged.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Many industry commentators thought the FTC’s case was unfounded from the beginning, and the trial has done nothing to assuage their concerns.
—Mackenzie France, Boston Herald, 18 June 2025
And the presence of other parties, presumably some Arab states, and the location of this consortium outside Iran would go far in assuaging some of Israel’s concerns.
—Daniel C. Kurtzer, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2025
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Shriners Hospitals for Children have also alleviated the financial burden on the Petersons by covering the costs of Hadley's medical procedures, some of which would normally cost tens of thousands of dollars.—
Analisa Novak,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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And if its alleviating dryness in the air, look no further than Levoit’s humidifier which adds moisture with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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This level of detail positions your content as the go-to resource that satisfies even the most specific queries.—
Kevin Dam,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Judge Subramanian said the jurors must reach a unanimous verdict, but must not give up their convictions merely to return a verdict or satisfy the rest of the jurors.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Tracy Wright , Maria Paronich , Brendan McDonald,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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The courtroom was so overcrowded at one point that town officials warned the building might collapse, prompting the judge to set up a temporary court outside to appease the masses.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
10 July 2025
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In the final days of negotiations in the Senate, lawmakers added a $50 billion fund to support rural hospitals and appease senators who were concerned about Medicaid cuts.—
Brittany Carloni,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Troy Morrow − whose 76-year-old mother suffered facial fractures and a concussion after being knocked to the pavement by Raleigh's son during the incident − was visibly relieved after the jury in Hamilton County Municipal Court announced its decision.—
Kevin Grasha,
The Enquirer,
11 July 2025
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Designed for a couch-like feel, this bed helps relieve pressure on your dog’s joints.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
10 July 2025
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Reducing your carb intake can help lessen blood sugar spikes.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
14 July 2025
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His 32 homers have helped keep the Dodgers in first place, but he’s hit just three of them during the month of July.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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Garlic’s many health benefits include immunity support, soothing inflammation, and boosting collagen production.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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The writer-director made sure all players honored poker rules and that movies were playing so anyone mad about a poker loss could soothe their financial pain.—
Samantha Rodriguez,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2025
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This approach, the companies say, not only mitigates legal risk but establishes a higher standard for the ethical use of AI in media.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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For these reasons, Austin’s flood risk through Wednesday is mitigated.—
Justin Ballard,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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Even if paroled in Washington, California has active murder charges pending, Pack explained, working to ease concerns for those who are worried about public safety if he is paroled.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
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The forum comes one day after Detroit City Council approved regulatory changes to ease the burdens of obtaining a business license in the city.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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“Assuage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assuage. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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