allays

present tense third-person singular of allay

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for allays
Verb
  • Thuney is the kind of player that alleviates concerns, but with his departure, the team might be betting too much on young talent.
    James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
  • No one disputes that gentrification is real, but numerous studies confirm that building more homes alleviates overall housing costs in all communities.
    Miguel Chacon, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • That relieves the burden on the central network, which lowers the risk of blackouts and congestion.
    Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • This lavender version relieves muscle tension, soothes aches and softens skin while relaxing your mind in fragrant floral steam.
    Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The fragrance-free cream offers a big hit of hydration thanks to ceramides, niacinamide, glycerin, and the brand’s signature thermal spring water, which soothes the skin.
    Allure, Allure, 30 Aug. 2025
  • The park soothes me during hard times, celebrates my victories, gives me a quiet place to think, inspires me and keeps me healthy.
    Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Don Felder, a second cousin who now helps manage Gibson’s estate and legacy, grew up hearing her tell stories breaking the barriers in tennis and then in golf.
    Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • For many perennials, occasional division helps keep them healthy and maximizes their flower power.
    Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Slack in the jobs market eases some of the Fed's concerns about fueling inflation with a rate cut.
    Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Those are the odds the Fed eases interest rates by at least a quarter-point in September, according to CME’s FedWatch.
    Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • This critical shift not only mitigates risk but also unlocks a vast array of new revenue streams, proving the company's technology is adaptable and in demand across multiple lucrative sectors.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
  • This helps to prevent squeezing and mitigates friction on the feet for lasting comfort.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
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“Allays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allays. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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