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pacifying

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﹒The act of quelling the anger, agitation, or excitement of someone.

﹒Bringing peace to a country, area, or group by ending conflict or war.

﹒Reducing the intensity or severity of a situation.

Examples

﹒The diplomat focused on pacifying the restless crowd with promises of reform.

﹒She hummed a soft melody, hoping it would have a pacifying effect on the crying infant.

﹒His pacifying words helped to de-escalate the tension during the heated board meeting.

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