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settle one's nerves

VERB

tranquilize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

sedate

STRONG

calm compose hush lull pacify quell quiet quieten relax soothe still subdue

WEAK

balm calm down put at rest unruffle

Antonyms

STRONG

agitate anger arouse distress disturb excite incite irritate rouse upset worry

WEAK

aggravate stir up

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