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abate

verb as in decrease or be decreased in intensity or amount

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While an early rainy season can help abate these fall fire concerns, National Weather Service officials are warning of a late start for any precipitation this year, given the current weather conditions and the expected La Niña, which tends to bring drier conditions to the West.

The face and body may change, but the spirit need not falter, the desire and ability to do what you love need never abate.

Researchers don’t know what causes the virus to surge and abate, but Andreadis said it’s clear that climate change is one of the factors spurring its spread, particularly into new regions.

From Salon

As the Rams prepare for their Sept. 8 opener against the Detroit Lions, the friendly-but-fierce dialogue between teammates bonded by shared experience and work ethic will not abate.

But Friday saw fresh protests, which did not abate over the weekend.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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