1
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
This email was sent in the context of advice the Duchess was given to try to assuage Epstein and his threats.
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Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
This email was sent in the context of advice the Duchess was given to try to assuage Epstein and his threats.
—USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Cybersecurity experts say that Oracle’s oversight of consumer data under the new deal goes a long way in assuaging some concerns.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Sep. 2025
In a meeting with voting officials this summer, DHS officials tried to assuage concerns that the tool was linked to the DOJ requests states were receiving.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
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Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
This email was sent in the context of advice the Duchess was given to try to assuage Epstein and his threats.
—USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Cybersecurity experts say that Oracle’s oversight of consumer data under the new deal goes a long way in assuaging some concerns.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Sep. 2025
In a meeting with voting officials this summer, DHS officials tried to assuage concerns that the tool was linked to the DOJ requests states were receiving.
—Miles Parks, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for assuage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assuage
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According to Stacy, the company’s reputation and extensive experience have given them the ability to alleviate any stress or hassles for the homeowner.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
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My first infusion was 50 milligrams for 90 minutes, and over time increased to 95 milligrams over 75 minutes, with the addition of magnesium to alleviate anxiety.—
Soph Warnes,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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There's a debate raging about whether adding a squirrel feeding station filled with corn or peanuts to your garden will satisfy the rodents and keep them away from bulbs.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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Waukesha County cheers key step in the process For Waukesha County, Boardman's statement satisfies officials' hope that state transportation leaders are at least acknowledging the importance of I-94 locally and are following the steps necessary to make a project happen at some point.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Policies supposed to appease farmers destroyed their land and water.—
Nik Kowsar,
Time,
2 Oct. 2025
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Some speculated that the move was actually to appease the FCC and ensure a smooth merger between Paramount, CBS’s parent company, and Skydance Media.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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Supporters say the plan will relieve traffic congestion and improve the region’s infrastructure.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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Leonard was relieved from the podium, and went about the rest of his afternoon.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Staffing levels to help in emergencies and maintain trash, restrooms, campgrounds and roads are not guaranteed, according to the National Park Service.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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In other words, the country’s existing industrial and financial ecosystem often helps nascent industries, benefiting both.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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Best Teether Made from 100% food-grade, BPA-free silicone, these teething toys are perfect for infants who are looking for a way to soothe tender gums.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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Amazon has a reliable quilt that comes in dozens of colors, from a soothing light blue to a bright autumn orange.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Does the emergence of the Mets’ young starters, Nolan McLean in particular, mitigate the need to add a significant starting pitcher?—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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In the paper, the authors said that education, prevention strategies and policies aiming to reduce soft drink consumption are urgently required to mitigate depressive symptoms.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Organizers said donations will help ease medical and financial burdens for the family during his recovery.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Criteria have been eased several times since then as the kingdom increasingly sees the need to court foreign capital.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Assuage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assuage. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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