quell
verb (used with object)
to suppress; put an end to; extinguish.
have quelled
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present perfectof quell.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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For their part, authorities in Tehran said they have quelled the protests.
From Barron's ● Jan. 13, 2026
In addition, Europe's sparkling performance is also likely to have quelled some of the expected "bear pit" atmosphere.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2025
That compliment may have quelled the initial fears Brooks had when she was preparing to revisit the character.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2025
However, a sharp rise in interest rates have quelled demand for mortgages, hurting ICE's mortgage technology unit, which helps businesses originate, review and process mortgages.
From Reuters ● May 4, 2023
But though my arms have quelled the Moors, your love Alone can shield him from a foe more dangerous, From his proud rebel son!—Farewell, assured I live but for your use!
From The Mirror of Taste, and Dramatic Censor, Vol. I, No. 5, May 1810 by S. C. (Stephen Cullen) Carpenter
