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as in alleviated
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 satisfied
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
that huge meal certainly assuaged my hunger
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as in appeased
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 assuaged
Winston offered an experienced insurance policy if Dart didn’t look ready, but the rookie has assuaged those fears with his command this preseason.
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Dan Duggan, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Second-quarter earnings have assuaged investors’ fears about slowing economic growth.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
Although some exemptions and delays were announced later in the week, Wall Street’s worries weren’t assuaged.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 10 Mar. 2025
This infringement could not be assuaged by Winfrey’s acting career, which was foundering.
—Armond White, National Review, 7 Mar. 2025
But their doubts were assuaged.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
That hasn’t assuaged advocates, who’ve accused the council of trying to push out the city’s homeless population.
—Ethan Varian, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
Our fears were not assuaged by his talk of going after a mysterious corrupt elite, or when his right-hand man, billionaire Elon Musk, performed what looked like two Nazi salutes at a victory ceremony after thanking voters for saving civilization.
—Hannah Rosenthal and David Saperstein, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
The emergence of Myles Lewis-Skelly as a serious option at left-back has somewhat assuaged that need.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Dan Duggan, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Second-quarter earnings have assuaged investors’ fears about slowing economic growth.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
Although some exemptions and delays were announced later in the week, Wall Street’s worries weren’t assuaged.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 10 Mar. 2025
This infringement could not be assuaged by Winfrey’s acting career, which was foundering.
—Armond White, National Review, 7 Mar. 2025
But their doubts were assuaged.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
That hasn’t assuaged advocates, who’ve accused the council of trying to push out the city’s homeless population.
—Ethan Varian, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
Our fears were not assuaged by his talk of going after a mysterious corrupt elite, or when his right-hand man, billionaire Elon Musk, performed what looked like two Nazi salutes at a victory ceremony after thanking voters for saving civilization.
—Hannah Rosenthal and David Saperstein, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
The emergence of Myles Lewis-Skelly as a serious option at left-back has somewhat assuaged that need.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assuaged
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His departure alleviated what was a very crowded running back corps in Washington.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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That concern was alleviated on the first snap.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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He was sentenced to 50 days in jail, which has already been satisfied by time served following his arrest, and five years probation.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Packers satisfied a major need by adding an elite pass rusher.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Aug. 2025
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But many social media users aren’t appeased, with some calling to dismantle JICA entirely, or voicing distrust of the organization’s statements.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
27 Aug. 2025
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One person who knows both sides well wonders if the NBA might risk a lawsuit if Dolan is not appeased in some way, or if MSG Networks goes bankrupt.—
Mike Vorkunov,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Though relieved to see the show continue on, Mowry-Housley said she and twin sister Tia were baffled by the change.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Sep. 2025
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After my long flight home, I was relieved that the late-night visitor turned out to be nothing more than city workers on the job (and their job in this case, while surprising, didn't turn out to be too destructive).—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The positive experience of being soothed, whether through calming words, laughter or playful connection, encourages a preference for partners who are attuned and responsive.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Our favorites helped our razors glide smoothly across the skin for an ultra-close shave, while aloe vera and almond oil soothed, hydrated, and enhanced the skin’s appearance — mitigating irritation.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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However, some pressures have eased compared with a year ago.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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However, things between the two eased, with Sheen returning to work with Lorre on his show Bookie.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
10 Sep. 2025
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Supporters argue the task force helped modernize parts of the justice system and address racial disparities.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Kirk helped Trump's presidential campaigns attract young voters.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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If these days bring rising prices, the September weakness tends to be mitigated.—
Bill Sarubbi,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The losses were mitigated, somewhat, by the billions of dollars in dividends Berkshire collected over the years.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Assuaged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assuaged. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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