All 3 Uses of
appease
in
A Man Named Dave
- Mother seemed to attempt to appease Grandmother but only to a limit.†
p. 123..3 *
- Without hesitation—just as I always had when faced with a confrontation that dealt with others' feelings—I appeased her by shutting up, swallowing my pride, and forgetting about it.†
p. 147..8
- But because of giving myself away so many times, for so many years, only to appease others, in hope of their acceptance, I hesitated.†
p. 253..4
Definition:
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(appease) satisfy or pacify (make less angry or upset) -- typically by giving something wantededitor's notes: For example, a salesperson might give a discount coupon to appease an angry customer; or you might grab a quick snack to appease your hunger.