1
as in to appease
to lessen the anger or agitation of
an apology would probably mollify your friend
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as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
a friendly gesture that did a lot to mollify their suspicions about the new neighbor
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Recent Examples of mollify
But the alliance's Secretary General Mark Rutte worked hard to get all the allies to commit to five percent on defense spending and went out of his way to mollify Trump, Williams said.
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Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
Netanyahu’s explanations were largely aimed at mollifying his right-wing supporters who adamantly oppose the entry of any humanitarian aid to Gaza, including to civilians.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 20 May 2025
His remarking that the G7 should be the G8 with Russia brought back into this exclusive club—or even the G9, with China in as well—and other mollifying gestures stir deep anxieties.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
Much of their war of words actually has appeared intended to mollify nationalistic critics on their own sides.
—Sopheng Cheang, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
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Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
Netanyahu’s explanations were largely aimed at mollifying his right-wing supporters who adamantly oppose the entry of any humanitarian aid to Gaza, including to civilians.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 20 May 2025
His remarking that the G7 should be the G8 with Russia brought back into this exclusive club—or even the G9, with China in as well—and other mollifying gestures stir deep anxieties.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
Much of their war of words actually has appeared intended to mollify nationalistic critics on their own sides.
—Sopheng Cheang, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mollify
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China sells hybrids and EVs for maximum penetration While some brands offer hybrids and plug-in hybrids to appease those buyers not yet ready to make the switch to full-electric, most Chinese cars sold in Australia are electric.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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Certain elements of iconography carried over, but the tone has mostly been serious, toeing a delicate line to appease fans while also attracting general audiences of all ages and backgrounds.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
8 Aug. 2025
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They’re designed to mimic the types of chairs in spaceships, alleviating dangerous pressure on the body.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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The second-year defensive coordinator ultimately believes an excellent pass rush can help alleviate the lack of experience on the back end.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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These natural springs are magnesium, salt, and potassium-rich, which have the properties of relieving sore muscles, enhancing the flow of blood, and benefiting skin, and make the person relax deeply.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Hanging system: Some organizers suggest a hanging system that relieves valuable cabinet space.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
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Several providers offer programs to help lower costs for eligible customers. Internet service in Los Angeles offers a variety of options to match different budgets, speed needs and connection types.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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The best sunscreens contain moisturizing properties, and this offering boasts 7% glycerin to help draw in and retain moisture.—
Tatayana Yomary,
Essence,
19 Aug. 2025
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However, someone with anxious attachment isn’t usually soothed by facts or space.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The liberal elite soothe their guilty consciences at the expense of people who really don’t care what a football or baseball team is called, and then pat themselves on the back for being so enlightened.—
Chris Roemer,
Baltimore Sun,
31 July 2025
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Mop-up, suppression repair, mitigating hazard trees and putting out the few places with a little smoke in the interior of the fire area are the main tasks in cleaning up this fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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CyrusOne previously told The Beacon-News that backup generators were going to be used during these repairs, but said its temporary sound walls would be in place to mitigate noise.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
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On Monday, Trump announced an extraordinary deal for the U.S. government to take a 15% share of Nvidia's H20 chip sales in China as a condition for easing restrictions to allow the chip to be sold there.—
Maria Aspan,
NPR,
14 Aug. 2025
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Offering pet benefits is a remote-friendly option that can not only support employee well-being but also ease the financial pressures of modern pet ownership that all generations face.—
Cerys Goodall,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Mollify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mollify. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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