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quell in Swedish

quell in Swedish is kuva — quell means to bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.

quell in Swedish

kuva
verb
(transitive) To subdue, put down, or silence (someone or something); to force (someone) to submit. [from 10th c.]

What does "quell" mean?

  1. verb To bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.
    "Troops were sent in to quell the riot."
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quell in a sentence

  • Troops were sent in to quell the riot.
  • A cup of tea helped quell her nerves before the interview.

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What is "quell" in Swedish?
"quell" in Swedish is kuva. quell means: To bring a disturbance, rebellion, or strong feeling under control; to suppress it.
How do you use "quell" in a sentence?
Example: "Troops were sent in to quell the riot." In Swedish, "quell" is kuva.
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