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Recent Examples of pacification
The enlargement of the U.S. military that accompanied the pacification of rebellious southern whites and the defeat of Native American resistance did not recede once those projects were complete.
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Zachariah Mampilly, Foreign Affairs, 6 Sep. 2022
After temporary pacification, what?
—Charles Austin Beard, Harper’s Magazine , 22 June 2022
Then my rationalizing self began the coverup, pacification.
—Tessa Hadley, The New Yorker, 26 July 2021
As inflation soared, Mr. Khiem invoked economic austerity measures and greater pacification efforts.
—BostonGlobe.com, 4 July 2021
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Zachariah Mampilly, Foreign Affairs, 6 Sep. 2022
After temporary pacification, what?
—Charles Austin Beard, Harper’s Magazine , 22 June 2022
Then my rationalizing self began the coverup, pacification.
—Tessa Hadley, The New Yorker, 26 July 2021
As inflation soared, Mr. Khiem invoked economic austerity measures and greater pacification efforts.
—BostonGlobe.com, 4 July 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pacification
Noun
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The lake is one of the best places to spot fall foliage in Saratoga Springs and is the perfect place to find quiet and tranquility in town.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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Upon arrival, the warmth and tranquility of the studio, coupled with Starr’s poise and inviting presence, put my mind at ease.—
Brianna J. Heath,
Essence,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, Boone’s endless mountainous views and lush green spaces create an instant sense of calm.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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Four guest bedrooms on the main level each have an attached bathroom—two also have walk-in closets—and share a cozy living area and a spa zone with a fitness room, sauna, and garden-level calm.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Hiking every day gave her the time and space to reflect on her life and enjoy the serenity of being in nature.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Nov. 2025
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The serenity of the small Norwegian town’s countryside brought a clarity to Scott and her team of collaborators throughout the creative process.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Silver Hugo for Best Sound goes to SOUND OF FALLING for its ability to echo, in both its silences and thunders, the constant hum of secrets passed from one generation to the next in the apparent domestic quiet that both conceals and reveals.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
24 Oct. 2025
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In the quiet of the Sabbath morning when all the neighborhood was wrapped in slumber, some dastardly degenerate crept into the room, choked her to death, assaulted her criminally and left her bruised and bleeding body lying on the bed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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All these songs rely on a strong backbeat more than harmonies or guitar solos, for example.—
John Lingan,
Rolling Stone,
8 Nov. 2025
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To this day, it's celebrated as one of the most iconic musical pairings ever captured on television — a shimmering handoff between generations and a snapshot of two powerhouse voices meeting in perfect harmony.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The peace declaration included a commitment to withdraw heavy weapons from the border, de-mining efforts, and to de-escalate tensions that erupted into the brief but deadly border conflict.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year, both sides show signs of fatigue, but neither is ready for peace.—
Jack Watling,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Nov. 2025
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Instead, Starr would be my roving ambassador of joy and amity in an America that felt starved of such things.—
Mark Leibovich,
The Atlantic,
31 Mar. 2025
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Those who yearn for peace and stability, commerce and comradery, amity with our friends and neighbors?—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Pacification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pacification. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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