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quell

[kwel] / kwɛl /




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Such weapons, Kim was quoted as saying, “boost the high-density striking capability to quell a specific target.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

While more storms and moisture could help quell blazes, there is also the chance that a dry lightning storm could spark them, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

President Donald Trump’s address Wednesday night failed to quell investors’ fears, sending oil prices higher in response.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

In that time, fears about the Federal Reserve needing to raise interest rates to quell inflation have given way to concerns about the economic damage of the historic oil-price surge.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

He closed his eyes, not to get lost in thought, but to quell the rising anger within him.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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