suprimir, reprimir, acalmar
1. to put an end to or suppress something, especially a rebellion, riot, or disturbance
The police worked to quell the riots.
A polícia trabalhou para suprimir os tumultos.
2. to calm or reduce something such as fear, doubt, or anger
She tried to quell her anxiety before the presentation.
Ela tentou acalmar sua ansiedade antes da apresentação.
3. to extinguish or put out a fire
They quelled the flames with water.
Eles apagaram as chamas com água.
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