allay
verb (used with object)
to put (fear, doubt, suspicion, anger, etc.) to rest; calm; quiet.
has allayed
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present perfectof allay (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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This has allayed worries over imminent U.S. military action, ANZ Research analysts say in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 27, 2026
But a scan has allayed fears of an ACL injury for the Barcelona player, who is a key figure for England.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2023
They say an unusually warm winter has allayed fears of wide-spread energy shortages and rationing in Europe.
From Reuters ● Jan. 25, 2023
However, he has allayed any fears by saying on social media he will be back in two weeks.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 18, 2022
It has allayed all sectional jealousies and irritations growing out of this vexed question, and harmonized and tranquillized the whole country.
From The Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 2: 1843-1858 by Abraham Lincoln
