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as in suppressed
to put a stop to (something) by the use of force
immediately squelched any signs of rebellion
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Recent Examples of squelched
Our own planet’s active geology squelched our ability to retain a full history of the onset of life.
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Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
But their removal by security personnel earlier in the morning squelched those plans, according to current and former employees.
—Mike Stobbe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
But their removal by security personnel earlier in the morning squelched those plans, according to current and former employees.
—Mike Stobbe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squelched
Verb
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Defenders shot down or suppressed 112 drones, the air force said.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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Until the 1960s, members of this Indigenous minority were discouraged from reindeer herding, and the church and state suppressed their language and culture.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Jena asked, for which she was shushed), that was spotted and strong enough to kill a man.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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But that hasn’t quelled interest from surrounding communities to be the franchise’s next home.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
22 Aug. 2025
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At the time, the performance quelled some concerns that Billy Ray was on the outs with his daughters — something Miley also cleared up in a May statement.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
21 Aug. 2025
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In nations such as North Korea, Russia, and China, where dissent is silenced and control is absolute, authoritarians can linger for decades.—
John Hope Bryant,
Time,
6 Sep. 2025
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Pita’s party was particularly popular with Thailand’s youth, who have taken to the streets in recent years clamoring for widespread reform, only to see their movements silenced by prosecutions and their political leaders stymied.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Prestige beauty was flat as the market remained subdued.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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There is nothing subdued or conciliatory in its account of the brutal transfer of power which comes when a parent is failing and a child assumes command.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
3 Sep. 2025
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In the run game, starting running back Javonte Williams quieted durability concerns with a healthy effort that included two rushing touchdowns on the first two drives.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey made big decisions but also quieted the building down this offseason.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
29 Aug. 2025
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International reaction to the attack has been muted, with only a few voices condemning the lethal strike.—
Emily Goodin,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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From stern to bow, the boat was a lesson in restrained elegance, with plenty of teak wood and muted, calming shades.—
Rachel Wallace,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
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This year, the streets are hushed, and many children walk to school alone.—
Hanna Kang,
Oc Register,
15 Aug. 2025
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The wild west of Ireland reveals sea cliffs like Slieve League, hushed peat bogs, and winding roads threading through Connemara’s granite hills and glassy lakes.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Squelched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squelched. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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