Sentences

placate in a sentence

n.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8

Definition

Placate: to calm or soothe someone who is upset or angry.

Sample Sentences

  1. The manager tried to placate the angry customer with a refund.
  2. She spoke softly in an attempt to placate the frightened child.
  3. To placate the protesters, the city officials agreed to meet with their leaders.
  4. He brought flowers to placate his partner after their argument.
  5. The government implemented new policies to placate the concerns of the citizens.
  6. The manager tried to placate the angry customers by offering them discounts.
  7. In an effort to placate her nervous dog, she gently stroked its fur and spoke softly.
  8. He brought flowers to placate his girlfriend after forgetting their anniversary.
  9. To placate the concerned parents, the school held a meeting to address safety issues.
  10. The politician made promises to placate the voters, hoping to gain their support.