had allayed
- past perfect of allay.
Example Sentences
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She had allayed some of her own dissatisfaction, but she hadn’t given up on her dissatisfied women.
From Slate ● May 17, 2021
But by the time a police officer arrived a few minutes later, the investigators had allayed Randall and Judith’s fears.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 4, 2016
At first, it seemed Lannan had allayed any concerns about his sore elbow.
From Washington Post ● May 14, 2010
In the past he has suspected Garcia of "passive leanings toward neutralism," but declared that Garcia's campaign speeches had allayed his fears, thinks the two of them will have no serious difficulties on foreign policy.
From Time Magazine Archive
He sat quietly enough, glad of the rest and the warmth, till Mr. and Mrs. Eames and their guest were all helped, and had allayed the first sharp edge of their appetites.
From Great Uncle Hoot-Toot by Molesworth, Mrs.
