allay
verb (used with object)
to put (fear, doubt, suspicion, anger, etc.) to rest; calm; quiet.
allays
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present tense formof allay (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The director of Belfast Christmas Market is hoping the suspension of roadworks in the run-up to Christmas allays concerns after recent traffic congestion in the city.
From BBC ● Nov. 16, 2024
In states that are now moving to change their procedures, lawmakers argue that creating formal rules allays security concerns and prevents bad actors from disrupting governance.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 17, 2022
Now, an ambitious new study allays those fears.
From Science Magazine ● Feb. 2, 2022
For instance, your desire to warn someone away from a speeding train allays your own anxiety; it might also give you some “told you so” satisfaction later.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 2, 2022
Hevn’t I allays been scrarping about for the cause?
From The Parson O' Dumford by George Manville Fenn
