had abated
- past perfect of abate.
Example Sentences
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In recent years, the insurgency had abated, bringing millions of tourists and a growing sense that the region was finally becoming safer.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2025
In 2023, from what my husband and I could tell, that wave had abated.
From Salon ● Dec. 6, 2024
Within two months of starting ketamine, his symptoms had abated so significantly that he felt able to take a vacation to Costa Rica.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2023
A wildfire on the outskirts of Athens which began last Tuesday had abated, the fire brigade said.
From Reuters ● Aug. 28, 2023
He explained Ms idea to Lyra and Farder Coram the next day, when Lyra's seasickness had abated slightly.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
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