slakes

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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Verb
  • Nothing satisfies a comfort food craving like a pan of pasta.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Unfortunately, this cycle rarely satisfies either partner.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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  • Available in 21 shades, the lightweight cream also does it without creasing, quenches your skin with a smoothing, soothing blend of glycerin, vitamin E, and caffeine, and doubles as a highlighter, thanks to its light-reflecting properties.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Whether for an exhilarating romance overseas or a new study that quenches your curiosity, your heart longs for growth, expansion and wisdom.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
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“Slakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slakes. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.

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