assuaging

Example Sentences

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Earlier this week, the U.S. promised tankers protection through the Persian Gulf, if necessary, assuaging some of the market’s concerns about the effects of a Hormuz chokehold.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

IRobot has tried assuaging the fears, saying that it will continue operations with no anticipated disruption to its app functionality, customer programs or product support.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

The revised bid is aimed at assuaging investors who have come out against the deal in recent weeks, saying it would enrich Shari Redstone, Paramount’s controlling shareholder, at the expense of other investors.

From New York Times • Apr. 29, 2024

Unlike previous Ramadans, residents there cannot rely this year on lining their stomachs with suhoor, the pre-dawn breakfast, nor look forward to assuaging their hunger with iftar, the post-sunset meal.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2024

During the first months of their marriage, he called Celia every night, his gentle voice assuaging her.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García