
Abate
Anticipate Improvement
Use 'abate' when expressing hope for a situation to become better.

The community waited for the storm to abate.
Not Immediate
'Abate' implies a gradual decrease, not an instant stop.

The doctor said the swelling should abate over a few days.
Emphasize Reduction
Highlight the process of something becoming less in intensity or quantity.

They installed soundproof walls to abate the noise from the street.
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