26984 words

quell

3 definitions • 4 examples
1
to stop something, especially by using force:

Examples:

Police in riot gear were called in to quell the disturbances/unrest.
This latest setback will have done nothing to quell the growing doubts about the future of the club.
2
to completely stop or end something:

Examples:

The police were called in to quell the riot.
3
If you quell doubts, fears, etc., you calm them:

Examples:

He’s been unable to quell his wife’s suspicions.

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