as in placating
tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility
we had been feuding with the people next door, so inviting them to the party was intended as an appeasing gesture
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as in comforting
to lessen the anger or agitation of
a game often appeases an upset toddler
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Recent Examples of appeasing
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
With the Ambassador Bridge and the tunnel being the current passageway, the economist said the Gordie Howe Bridge will alleviate the backups businesses have been seeing and are trying to avoid, while appeasing the many employees who travel back and forth for work.
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Julia Avant,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Over the past months, Iranian officials have tried to carefully balance negotiations with Trump while appeasing factions across the country’s diverse political landscape, including the Paydari group.
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Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Court life required appeasing those in power, often rulers with little understanding of music.
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Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Cuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, publicly acknowledged discussions between the two governments last week and pledged a series of reforms aimed at appeasing Washington, a concession that indicated both the urgency of the domestic crisis and the vulnerability of the regime.
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Sarah Fitzpatrick,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2026
But then appeasing tradition and upending it both at once, which certainly is the pragmatic philosophy of Lyric, always is a tricky matter.
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Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
But, arguably, many of them have been accomplished by appeasing the concerns of the massive and powerful voting bloc of homeowners.
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Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
24 Feb. 2026
The smooth Italian leather looks buttery and luxurious, while the simplicity of the silhouette is appeasing my favorite sleek, clean aesthetic.
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Olivia Dubyak,
InStyle,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
Tauruses usually follow the rules and do what is suggested to thrive and prosper because appeasing others is easier than arguing.
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Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
With the Ambassador Bridge and the tunnel being the current passageway, the economist said the Gordie Howe Bridge will alleviate the backups businesses have been seeing and are trying to avoid, while appeasing the many employees who travel back and forth for work.
—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Over the past months, Iranian officials have tried to carefully balance negotiations with Trump while appeasing factions across the country’s diverse political landscape, including the Paydari group.
—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Court life required appeasing those in power, often rulers with little understanding of music.
—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Cuba’s president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, publicly acknowledged discussions between the two governments last week and pledged a series of reforms aimed at appeasing Washington, a concession that indicated both the urgency of the domestic crisis and the vulnerability of the regime.
—
Sarah Fitzpatrick,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2026
But then appeasing tradition and upending it both at once, which certainly is the pragmatic philosophy of Lyric, always is a tricky matter.
—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
But, arguably, many of them have been accomplished by appeasing the concerns of the massive and powerful voting bloc of homeowners.
—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
24 Feb. 2026
The smooth Italian leather looks buttery and luxurious, while the simplicity of the silhouette is appeasing my favorite sleek, clean aesthetic.
—
Olivia Dubyak,
InStyle,
8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appeasing
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Trump reverses on housing bill Republican senators were eager for a conciliatory meeting with the president after escalating tensions in recent weeks.
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Republican senators were eager for a conciliatory meeting with the president after escalating tensions in recent weeks.
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The Los Angeles guitarist and songwriter touches on grief, rejection, and love in lo-fi shoegaze songs that package sunny melodies with comforting gloom.
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The result is a menu that feels familiar and comforting in some moments, while surprising and playful in others.
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Seapuri's Scalpy Bubble Tonic is a lightweight foam that delivers a cooling burst of relief thanks to a soothing blend of cica, panthenol, and menthol, while salicylic acid helps dissolve excess oil, flakes, and residue that can leave the scalp feeling congested.
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The sight of the lumbering actor wearing track clothes and sitting cross-legged while listening to a soothing relaxation tape on headphones is priceless.
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Putin has struggled to manage fighting Kyiv on the one hand and placating domestic constituencies on the other.
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In your opinion, should the shop have handled this differently—perhaps compensating or at least placating me?
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Hostile and benevolent sexism are early indicators of deeper problems.
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Amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, Julián also discovers his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by, in a loveable, benevolent family-friendly feature.
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When in doubt, reach for vanilla If you are torn between scent families or worried about pleasing a mix of guests, there is a fallback that has been tested across cultures.
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Summer peppers team up with goat cheese and capers in this crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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But Otto is the man who served as Hand of the King to Rhaenrya's father, peaceful King Viserys (Paddy Considine).
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To stop the peaceful transfer of power.
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Magnesium supports stress relief, relaxation, and muscle function, including calming the gut.
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CosRx’s The 6 Peptide Skin Booster isn’t just about packing in as many peptides as possible—each peptide has a different job, from supporting elasticity and smoothing fine lines to calming skin and boosting radiance.
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