assuage
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Nick Hillman, director at the Higher Education Policy Institute, said while the change would be welcomed by many, it was "just a stopgap" that was "unlikely to assuage the concerns" of many graduates.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
But economists and analysts alike looked to assuage those fears, saying the loss of jobs in February is not related to AI.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026
Doug Ostrover and Marc Lipschultz built Blue Owl after missing out on top jobs at other firms; the firm’s ability to rebound will depend on whether they can assuage investor concerns.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026
President Donald Trump attempted to assuage consumers’ concerns last Tuesday night during his State of the Union address, citing the “roaring” economy and plummeting prices.
From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026
“This is to assuage our conscience, darling,” she would explain to Blanca.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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