quell
Example Sentences
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Monkeys living on Gibraltar have learned that swallowing soil can quell upset stomachs caused by eating snacks offered or stolen from tourists, research suggests.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
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
"As a responsible major power, China will continue to play a constructive role and make efforts to de-escalate tensions and quell the conflict," he said.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
My eyes search the expanse in anticipation, but when I realize I’m alone, I have to quell a fleeting disappointment.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
Vocabulary lists containing quell
100 Words Every Middle Schooler Should Know
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Essential Academic Vocabulary for Middle School Students, List 2
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 7–11
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