placative
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of placative
Example Sentences
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"We are anxious to reach civilization, Professor," said Bentley, deciding to be placative with the old man.
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Unusual celestial phenomena, such as eclipses, meteors, and comets, have always excited terror, being referred to some hostile supernatural agency, and have called forth special placative and restrictive ceremonies.
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The little man's voice was placative; his manner gravely ingratiating.
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"Walter, let's dance just once more," Alice said, touching his arm placatively.
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Penrod's answer, like the look he lifted to the impressive stranger, was meek and placative.
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