quieten
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
verb
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(often foll by down) to make or become calm, silent, etc; pacify or become peaceful
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(tr) to allay (fear, doubts, etc)
Other Word Forms
- quietener noun
Etymology
Origin of quieten
Example Sentences
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For many locals, their initial fear was quietened by the knowledge that the missing man's ire was directed at authorities, Alpine Shire Deputy Mayor Sarah Nicholas told the BBC.
From BBC
The absence of the Italian hosts might quieten things down a little, but day-upon-day the British contingent seems to have swelled in this high-end resort town.
From BBC
Townsend only signed a new contract last September -- up until after the 2027 Rugby World Cup -- but that had not quietened the critics, especially after poor results in last Autumn's Tests.
From Barron's
She described Ruben as "inoffensive" and "a normal bloke", adding that "Jon was definitely the leader, he was in charge" and if the children needed quietening down "he would speak to them like a teacher".
From BBC
There was a murmur of dissent from the sphinxes behind her, and she flicked her tail in a quick whip of frustration, and they quietened.
From Literature
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