slakes

Definition of slakesnext
present tense third-person singular of slake
as in satisfies
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire) a harrowing experience while mountain climbing has largely slaked my desire for high adventure

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  • For those partial to a glaze, a drizzle of maple syrup at the end satisfies anyone who loves a sweet finish.
    Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2026
  • After several critiques by WNBA hoopers in recent seasons regarding revenue share, the league finally decided to split earnings with its players — but not at the percentage that satisfies those players.
    Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026
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  • This super-moisturizing yet ultra-light gel cream quenches thirsty skin and increases hydration.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
  • The under-$10 serum is formulated with 2 percent multimolecular hyaluronic acid and Matrixyl 3000 peptide, a combination of ingredients that quenches the skin while smoothening wrinkles and firming crepey areas.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Slakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slakes. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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