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Abate (Verb)

Become less in amount or intensity; "The storm abated"; "The rain let up after a few hours".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The severe winds started to abate as the storm began to lose its strength.
After several hours of heavy rain the downpour finally began to abate.
Her aggressive behavior started to abate once she felt secure and comfortable in her new environment.
The flu symptoms abated significantly once the patient started taking the prescribed medication.
The extreme temperatures were expected to abate by nightfall, bringing some much-needed relief from the heat.

Make less active or intense.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The company tried to abate its environmental impact by implementing sustainable practices and reducing waste.
After learning about the concerns, she took steps to abate the fear in her community by hosting educational seminars.
To abate the strong winds, construction workers had to secure the scaffolding with reinforced ropes and strong anchors.
As the fire department responded quickly to abate the fire, they were able to prevent further damage to surrounding buildings.
With a change in management, efforts were made to abate workplace tension by promoting open communication and a more collaborative work environment.