Showing results for can it. Search instead for canrrrt.

can it

VERB

quiet

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allay appease assuage hush mollify muffle muzzle pacify please relax satisfy soften soothe squelch subdue

STRONG

ameliorate becalm choke compose console gag gratify ice inactivate lull moderate palliate quieten reconcile settle shush silence slack smooth soft pedal square squash still stroke tranquilize

WEAK

button one's lip calm down clam up cool it cool out dummy up fix up hold it down patch things up shut up take the bite out of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agitate anger annoy depress incite irritate provoke release trouble upset worry

STRONG

aggravate disagree disturb excite move

WEAK

turn up

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

And can it ever return to what it used to be?

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026

It’s likely to be convoluted, but can it help the Lakers?

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

"Taiwan's future cannot be decided by foreign forces, nor can it be held hostage by fear, division, or short-term interests," Lai said in a speech to mark the second year of his presidency.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

But nor can it be said enough that Andy Burnham might not be successful in his bid to become an MP again.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

“How different can it be from fixing a rig? I just need my tools.”

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez

can it

Example Sentences

Related Words