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Placate Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SUBDUE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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97%6Exact Match!
verb

• put down by force or intimidation

• bring under control by force or authority

• hold within limits and control

• get on top of; deal with successfully

• make subordinate, dependent, or subservient

• correct by punishment or discipline

96%7Exact Match!
verb

• cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of

• overcome or allay

• make peace with

95%7Exact Match!
verb

• cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of

• satisfy (thirst)

• provide physical relief, as from pain

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The Guardian Quick18 Jun 2024 Down 4
The Guardian Quick23 Oct 2023 Across 12
New York Times29 Aug 2023 Down 44
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