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The filing also alleges that video shows Seitz crossed the street after the altercation had initially been quelled, and ran to confront Hernandez and Austin a second time.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Since the protests were quelled through force and mass arrests, some Iranian women have continued to defy the rules.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

They were very clear on what their expectation was and what they wanted to accomplish, so that has quelled some of the nervousness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Chelsea quelled criticism of Enzo Maresca's rotation policy with a 3-0 win against Wolves featuring the first goal of Malo Gusto's career on Saturday.

From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025

“Er—what are you—?” said Ron tentatively, but Hermione quelled him with a look and turned back to Harry.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling