appease
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The office of France's ecology minister Monique Barbut said the two-day meeting would focus on "less contentious issues" in an effort to appease the largest and most powerful G7 member.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
Bronny James has shown his value to the Lakers at an important time, confirming he isn’t on the roster solely to appease his father, LeBron James.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026
They may see you as public enemy No. 1 whether or not you try to appease and include them.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026
As the former leader of the opposition, and now minister, Steenhuisen was caught between making the government work while trying to appease his supporters - and prove to them that he is delivering in government.
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
I’ve seen it many times, her dithering, fumble-footed efforts to appease him.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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