as in alleviated
to make more bearable or less severe
a gentle breeze would allay the heat
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Recent Examples of allayed
Those fears were somewhat allayed by a recent ruling in a separate case, which requires immigration officials to allow Abrego Garcia time to mount a challenge to any deportation order.
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Travis Loller, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Any apprehension at submerging in the dark was quickly allayed as flashlights pierced the warm, dark water.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2025
Ben Easley, a spokesman with Citizens, allayed any concerns over the discharge by identifying it in an email to IndyStar.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 4 Aug. 2025
Travis Loller, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Any apprehension at submerging in the dark was quickly allayed as flashlights pierced the warm, dark water.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2025
Ben Easley, a spokesman with Citizens, allayed any concerns over the discharge by identifying it in an email to IndyStar.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allayed
Verb
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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
Verb
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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
Verb
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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
Verb
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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
Verb
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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
Verb
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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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“Allayed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allayed. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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