Oct 28, 2025
	
	
	
		Blemish
		
			
(n.)
			blem-ish
			bleh-mish
		
	
	Definition:
	An unattractive mark, literal or figurative. .
	
	Example:
	Committing a felony leaves an irreparable blemish on your record.
	
	
		Quell
		
			
(v.)
			quell
			kwel
		
	
	Definition:
	To thoroughly overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity; to pacify.
	
	Example:
	Dr. Hughes quelled the child's fear of getting a shot by making her laugh at some silly voices. 
	
	
	
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