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RECALL BEFORE REVEAL

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To bring under control or reduce the force or intensity of something.

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subdue

A short break helped subdue the group's frustration before the discussion resumed.
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A calm explanation helped subdue the rising anger between two travelers who had mistaken each other's luggage for an obstruction placed deliberately.
From Shelter Beside the Road.
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