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quelled

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﹒Put an end to a disorder or rebellion, typically by the use of force.

﹒Subdued or silenced someone or something.

﹒Suppressed or crushed a feeling, such as fear or anxiety.

Examples

﹒The manager quickly quelled the rumors spreading among the staff by holding an emergency meeting.

﹒The heavy rain finally quelled the forest fire that had been burning for days.

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