abate
Example Sentences
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Fed officials would typically look through this oil shock because, presumably, when the latest conflict in the Middle East subsides, the inflationary surge will abate as well.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
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
Blue Owl’s fans say the investor angst will abate.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026
Shifa didn’t say anything, but after a minute when his tears didn’t abate she leaned over and hugged him tightly.
From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook
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