allay
US /əˈleɪ/
UK /əˈleɪ/
动词
1.
缓和
If you allay a strong emotion felt by someone, such as fear or worry, you cause him or her to feel it less or to feel calm again:
示例:
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The government is trying to allay public fears/concern about the spread of the disease.
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