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suaviza-se

[swa-vi-ZA-sə]
verb
softens/smooths itself; becomes softer/milder
1. reflexive form of suavizar - to become softer, smoother, or milder; to soften in texture, tone, or intensity
The tone of the conversation suavizes itself over time.
O tom da conversa suaviza-se com o tempo.
2. to lose harshness or severity; to become gentler
His expression suavizes itself when he sees her.
Sua expressão suaviza-se quando a vê.
3. to ease or alleviate (usually in passive/reflexive construction)
The pain suavizes itself with time.
A dor suaviza-se com o tempo.
Synonyms
amolece-sesuavizaabrandasseacalma-semitiga-se
Antonyms
endurecesseagrava-seintensifica-sepiora-se

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
suaviza-se
standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
suaviza-se
standard usage, though abrandasse may be preferred in some contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

suaviza-se a situação
suaviza-se com o tempo
suaviza-se a tensão
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