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Which word fits this meaning?
To calm anger or make someone less hostile.
verb
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placate
The host tried to placate the disappointed visitors.
A minor concession was not enough to placate the committee.
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CARD 1 OF 1
To calm anger or make someone less hostile.
verb
The host tried to placate the disappointed visitors.
A minor concession was not enough to placate the committee.