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Conciliatory (Adjective)

Intended to placate; "spoke in a conciliating tone"; "a conciliatory visit".

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The conciliatory speech by the opposition leader helped ease tensions after the heated debate.
In a conciliatory move, the company offered a discount to customers who filed complaints against the new policy.
The diplomat made a conciliatory phone call to the foreign minister to apologize for the misunderstanding.
The government's conciliatory approach to the protests was seen as a step in the right direction by many observers.
The CEO's conciliatory letter to the employees addressed their concerns and promised to make necessary changes.

Making or willing to make concessions; "loneliness tore through him...whenever he thought of...even the compromising Louis du Tillet".

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The conciliatory tone in her apology helped ease the tension between the two parties.
After weeks of hostile negotiations, a conciliatory approach finally led to a mutually beneficial agreement.
In an effort to rebuild relationships, the company adopted a more conciliatory attitude towards its former partners.
Her conciliatory words soothed the hurt feelings of the offended team member and prevented further conflict.
The leadership's conciliatory stance on the matter helped to calm public outrage and prevent widespread protests.