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as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
a mother cooing to her toddler and assuaging his fear of the dark
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as in satisfying
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
that huge meal certainly assuaged my hunger
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as in appeasing
to lessen the anger or agitation of
nothing would assuage the angry parent except the prompt dismissal of the teacher who had used corporal punishment without authorization
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Recent Examples of assuaging
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told House lawmakers last week the administration would not pick up plans to establish the fund, assuaging Senate Republican lawmakers.
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Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
9 June 2026
Another presentation was devoted to assuaging the worries of the city’s bouquiniste union.
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Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Transparent communication and multilingual services go a long way toward assuaging international travelers’ anxiety about security and immigration.
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Hunter Kim,
The Conversation,
3 June 2026
These Instagram pages offer a way to reach out before ever arriving on campus, potentially assuaging anticipatory worry and first-day awkwardness.
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Mary Frances Ruskell,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
But Weiss has had a hard time assuaging CBS staff that her desire is driven by a sincere desire to pull the network news division into the 21st century, rather than being a political project for the company’s owner.
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Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Feb. 2026
Trump said so, too, during a prime-time address last month aimed at assuaging Americans’ concerns about the economy.
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Lauren Kaori Gurley,
Washington Post,
2 Jan. 2026
But Caine painted himself as standing apart from politics during his Senate confirmation hearing in April, somewhat assuaging some of those concerns.
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Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Dec. 2025
Cybersecurity experts say that Oracle’s oversight of consumer data under the new deal goes a long way in assuaging some concerns.
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Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
22 Sep. 2025
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
9 June 2026
Another presentation was devoted to assuaging the worries of the city’s bouquiniste union.
—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Transparent communication and multilingual services go a long way toward assuaging international travelers’ anxiety about security and immigration.
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Hunter Kim,
The Conversation,
3 June 2026
These Instagram pages offer a way to reach out before ever arriving on campus, potentially assuaging anticipatory worry and first-day awkwardness.
—
Mary Frances Ruskell,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
But Weiss has had a hard time assuaging CBS staff that her desire is driven by a sincere desire to pull the network news division into the 21st century, rather than being a political project for the company’s owner.
—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Feb. 2026
Trump said so, too, during a prime-time address last month aimed at assuaging Americans’ concerns about the economy.
—
Lauren Kaori Gurley,
Washington Post,
2 Jan. 2026
But Caine painted himself as standing apart from politics during his Senate confirmation hearing in April, somewhat assuaging some of those concerns.
—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Dec. 2025
Cybersecurity experts say that Oracle’s oversight of consumer data under the new deal goes a long way in assuaging some concerns.
—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assuaging
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The owner and lessee will bear the responsibility of clearing the debris and alleviating some of the effects of the fire and its aftermath, Moore said, including looking for ways to mitigate debris flowing out of the warehouse, and the smell emitted by the rotting food.
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So, resources like financial planning, credit building and debt management assistance can potentially unlock additional productivity by alleviating employee financial stress.
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Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar pairs rich dark chocolate with crunchy roasted almonds for a simple yet satisfying sweet treat.
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For the fiscal year that started Wednesday, the city of Sacramento is spending about $40 million on homelessness, which includes $30 million from the city’s general fund, satisfying the local match requirement, McCarty said.
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Tauruses usually follow the rules and do what is suggested to thrive and prosper because appeasing others is easier than arguing.
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With the Ambassador Bridge and the tunnel being the current passageway, the economist said the Gordie Howe Bridge will alleviate the backups businesses have been seeing and are trying to avoid, while appeasing the many employees who travel back and forth for work.
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Malik Tillman was the hero, relieving the pressure of a 1-0 goal lead with just 10 men on the field with his brilliant free kick.
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Healthcare economists say giving people access to preventive healthcare saves taxpayers money in the long run by keeping the workforce healthy and relieving pressure on an overburdened system.
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Speaking of unexpected spills, the Jarlink 18-pack Waterproof Zipper Bags offer peace of mind on the go, helping ensure that any liquids stay securely contained and don’t leak onto your belongings.
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Chad Gable started off hot, but Dominik Mysterio got involved, helping JD gain control.
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The Pineapple Punch Hydrating Face Mask is a single-use, two-piece yellow hydrogel mask infused with ingredients that deliver hydration and soothing benefits.
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My favorite dish was the butter beans and morels, which were soothing.
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After easing through the first three innings, Bryan Reynolds hit a double off the top of the left field fence and Valdez bombed one to left to cut the Phillies' lead to 5-2.
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The quarter that contained that second spike closes this week, and the fund updates that follow are the next read on whether the pressure is easing or building.
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This approach is crucial for mitigating downsides and enhancing the benefits of AI for societal mental well-being.
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At worst, these mitigating factors would knock two-thirds off any improvement.
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“Assuaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assuaging. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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