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Recent Examples of pacification
As governor, Sandoval entrusted Nayarit’s pacification to his acting attorney general, Edgar Veytia.
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Tim Golden, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2022
As governor, Sandoval entrusted Nayarit’s pacification to his acting attorney general, Edgar Veytia.
—Tim Golden, ProPublica, 8 Dec. 2022
Then my rationalizing self began the coverup, pacification.
—Tessa Hadley, The New Yorker, 26 July 2021
As inflation soared, Mr. Khiem invoked economic austerity measures and greater pacification efforts.
—BostonGlobe.com, 4 July 2021
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Tim Golden, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2022
As governor, Sandoval entrusted Nayarit’s pacification to his acting attorney general, Edgar Veytia.
—Tim Golden, ProPublica, 8 Dec. 2022
Then my rationalizing self began the coverup, pacification.
—Tessa Hadley, The New Yorker, 26 July 2021
As inflation soared, Mr. Khiem invoked economic austerity measures and greater pacification efforts.
—BostonGlobe.com, 4 July 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pacification
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According to the travel magazine, Cookeville, Tennessee, offers the convenience of nearby big-city amenities thanks to its proximity to Music City, while also providing the tranquility of a Gatlinburg-style getaway.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
15 July 2025
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Following a hectic 6 p.m. commute on public transit, the tranquility of Community Sauna Baths was welcome.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
11 June 2025
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Lemon Balm Lemon balm contains chemicals that promote a sense of overall calm and support nervous system health.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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The attacks, which sank the two vessels, appear to show an escalation of force and were the first recorded this year after months of calm in the busy waterway.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
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Here are some of the most peaceful beach destinations for travelers really looking to relax and unwind in serenity: The Seychelles earned top spot as the most peaceful beach destination.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Who doesn’t love the serenity and beauty of a Japanese garden?—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
23 July 2025
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Moments of early-morning quiet in a deer stand are some of my favorites to recall.—
George Warthen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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Nestled among the trees in the quiet of the garden are figures of Polish saints and others associated with Carmel, including St. Therese of the Child Jesus and St. Louis Martin, her father, St. Raphael Kalinowski, St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. John Paul II.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Despite its listing price history, the bluff-front residence makes harmony look simple.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 July 2025
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The show’s cast is very strong, including the dozen-plus children, who are just as capable as the adults in precisely performing Melissa Glasgow’s challenging choreography and the vocal harmonies coached by music director Richard Dueñez Morrison.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
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“Pacification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pacification. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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