Quell and Snuff

Quell

Quell verb - To put a stop to (something) by the use of force.
Usage example: the National Guard was called in to help quell the late-night disturbances downtown

Snuff and quell are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Snuff" instead a verb "Quell".

Nearby Word: quelling

Snuff

Snuff verb - To become aware of by means of the sense organs in the nose.
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Synonyms for Snuff

Quell and snuff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Quell" instead a verb "Snuff".

Nearby Words: snuffle, snuffled, snuffed, snuffing, snuffy

Common collocations

attempts quell attempts snuff attempts
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