diffuse
Example Sentences
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The heated confrontation between the defensive duo was sparked by the concession of a late goal and diffused by the Gunners' backroom staff.
From BBC
The main cause of death was given as a skull fracture and diffuse cerebral injuries.
From BBC
It is a good job the Sugababes are booked for half-time to diffuse some of the tension.
From BBC
That didn’t work in the more diffuse cities of mainland North America.
From Seattle Times
The congressman was diagnosed with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in December.
From Washington Times
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