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quieting

  • present participle of quiet.

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By quieting food noise, these drugs might be able to address some of the hallmarks of disordered eating.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

"This offers a tangible path toward creating a medication that has a similar quieting effect as meditation."

From Science Daily Jan. 2, 2026

A new report from Politico says President Donald Trump is quieting concerns within the White House around the Department of Government Efficiency head, telling associates that Musk will soon be shown the door.

From Salon Apr. 2, 2025

They beat them in the first week of the season, quieting the noise around Domantas Sabonis’ dominance against Anthony Davis.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 21, 2024

As I’m clearing my mind, quieting it, I become aware of the sounds coming from Sausun’s computer.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali