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tranquilize

[trang-kwuh-lahyz] / ˈtræŋ kwəˌlaɪz /


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“We have found Philip Glass at high volume tranquilizes both dogs quite nicely,” wrote Ken.

From Washington Post • Jul. 21, 2021

Every 20 months or so Hume, who breeds more rhinos than anyone in the world, tranquilizes the animals and dehorns them.

From National Geographic • Aug. 20, 2017

Taken in moderation, it clears the intellect, tranquilizes the nerves, and usually leaves no unpleasant reaction.

From Hygienic Physiology : with Special Reference to the Use of Alcoholic Drinks and Narcotics by Steele, Joel Dorman

Every pursuit that ennobles and elevates the mind, tranquilizes the system, enhances the general health, and prolongs life.

From Studies in the Out-Lying Fields of Psychic Science by Tuttle, Hudson

The other is faith, which is produced by the gospel; which believes that pardon for sin is bestowed for Christ's sake; which tranquilizes the conscience, and liberates it from fear.

From American Lutheranism Vindicated; or, Examination of the Lutheran Symbols, on Certain Disputed Topics Including a Reply to the Plea of Rev. W. J. Mann by Schmucker, S. S. (Samuel Simon)




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