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Quell

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Definition to suppress or extinguish; to pacify or quiet

Translations

Read the translations of the word "quell" in different languages. Find your native language here.
cn
荡平
en
quell
es
calmar
fr
réprimer
de
unterdrücken
ar
قمع
hi
वश में करना
pl
stłumić
ru
подавлять
ja
鎮める

Examples

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Quell your fears and face your challenges head-on.
The police were able to quell the riot and restore order.
She took a deep breath to quell her rising anger.

Story

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Once upon a time, in a quaint little town, there lived a mischievous cat named Bernie. Bernie was known for his playful antics and his knack for getting into trouble. One sunny day, as Bernie roamed the streets, he stumbled upon a group of children playing hide-and-seek in a nearby park. Curiosity piqued, Bernie decided to join in the fun. He stealthily crept behind a tree, hoping to quell his excitement and remain hidden from the eager seekers. His sleek fur blended perfectly with the shadows, allowing him to blend seamlessly into his surroundings. As the seekers scoured the park, their eyes darting around in search of their friends, Bernie's heart raced with anticipation. He knew he had to stay hidden until the very end to quell his mischievous desire to reveal himself prematurely. Minutes turned into hours, and Bernie's determination to stay hidden grew stronger. He watched the seekers grow tired and frustrated, their shouts of "Where are you?" echoing through the park. Bernie couldn't help but let out a small purr of satisfaction, knowing that his ability to quell his impulses had paid off. Finally, when the game was over and the seekers had given up, Bernie emerged from his hiding spot, tail held high with pride. The children cheered, amazed at Bernie's stealthy skills. From that day forward, Bernie became a legend in the town, known for his ability to quell his mischievous nature and be the ultimate hide-and-seek champion. And so, the adventures of Bernie, the quell-master cat, continued to amuse and entertain the townspeople for years to come.