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Tranquillise (Verb)

Make calm or still; "quiet the dragons of worry and fear".

Verbs of feeling.

Tranquillise your pet before a long car ride by giving them a calming treat and a comfortable place to rest.
Her gentle voice was able to tranquillise the frightened child, slowly easing them back to sleep.
The soft music was meant to tranquillise the audience, creating a peaceful atmosphere for the meditation session.
Taking slow, deep breaths helped to tranquillise her racing thoughts and calm her nerves.
The soothing balm was designed to tranquillise irritated skin, reducing redness and inflammation.

Cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to; "The patient must be sedated before the operation".

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

The nurse had to tranquillise the anxious child with a mild sedative before the operation.
To ensure a smooth procedure, the veterinarian used medication to tranquillise the frightened animal.
In order to transport the wild bear safely, the team decided to tranquillise it using a dart gun.
Doctors had to tranquillise the patient to prevent further agitation during the diagnosis process.
The excited crowd of spectators needed something to tranquillise their nerves as they waited for the concert to start.