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abate

[uh-beyt] / əˈbeɪt /


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The worst headwinds could abate this year even if earnings are soft, one analyst says.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

They accused the oil companies of creating a public nuisance by altering the environment and leaving the county to pay to abate growing hazards such as the flooding that tests roads and bridges.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

The ratio could be reimposed if concerns about the Chinese currency’s appreciation abate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

“Once a property is declared a public nuisance, the owner has the right to abate the nuisance until the department solicits bids for the work,” said Gail Gaddi, a spokesperson for the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025

Maybe then the sick feeling in Jinjoo’s stomach would abate.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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