quelling

Example Sentences

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But instead of quelling the speculation, the video fueled a new wave of unfounded theories.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The shift away from equating AI agents with human workers has less to do with quelling human anxiety over layoffs and job replacement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Cipriani’s suit alleges Shell was desperate for help in quelling negative stories about him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

It is alleged that in his role, the man led a group tasked with quelling demonstrations in the suburbs of Damascus.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Soon there was great peril of fire behind the wall, and all who could be spared were busy quelling the flames that sprang up in many places.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien