quenched; quenching; quenches
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a
b
: to put out the light or fire of
quench glowing coals with water
c
: to cool (something, such as heated metal) suddenly by immersion (as in oil or water)
d
: to cause to lose heat or warmth
you have quenched the warmth of France toward you—
Alfred Tennyson
Alfred Tennyson2
a
: to bring (something immaterial) to an end typically by satisfying, damping, cooling, or decreasing
a rational understanding of the laws of nature can quench impossible desires—Lucius Garvin
Lucius Garvinthe praise that quenches all desire to read the book—T. S. Eliot
T. S. Eliot
b
: to terminate by or as if by destroying : eliminate
the Commonwealth party quenched a whole generation of play-acting—Margery Bailey
Margery Baileyquench a rebellion
c
: to relieve or satisfy with liquid
quenched his thirst at a wayside spring
Synonyms
Examples of quench in a Sentence
we thoroughly quenched the campfire before we headed to bed
this lemonade really quenches my thirst
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Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 June 2024
Attention all Aldi shoppers, the grocery store has just announced a new item that will quench the thirst of those over the age of 21 − and keep a few extra dollars in your wallet, too.
—Ahjané Forbes, The Courier-Journal, 12 June 2024
On June 6, a new moon will quench your curiosities and invite you to reconsider your pursuits, even if that means traveling or a higher form of education.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 1 June 2024
Your mind is spinning with options and possibilities, quenching your curiosities and the desire for new romantic experiences, Aries.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
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“Quench.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quench. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.
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