allay
US /əˈleɪ/
UK /əˈleɪ/
动词
减轻, 消除, 缓解
diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry)
示例:
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The doctor tried to allay her fears about the surgery.
医生试图减轻她对手术的恐惧。
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He did his best to allay their suspicions.
他尽力消除他们的疑虑。