allay
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Ultimately, the FDA decided not enough data existed to allay the known safety concerns.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
To allay concerns that books can’t compete with the allure of digital devices, he offers a simple observation: Reading is as addictive as videogames were in his youth, “mind-altering, escapist, and fun.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026
It's the convincing proof, to allay suspicion that Tehran has been moving in that direction, that is a key issue in the ongoing talks mediated by the Gulf state of Oman.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
Rising yields could put pressure on the BOJ to allay worry about inflation by lifting interest rates, which would tend to push up the yen.
From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026
During the last day and night new fears had come, but new feelings had helped to allay those fears.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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