defused

[US]/dɪˈfjuːzd/
[UK]/dɪˈfjuzd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.removed the fuse from an explosive; reduced the danger of something

Phrases & Collocations

defused bomb

defused tension

defused situation

defused conflict

defused anger

defused threat

defused emotions

defused crisis

defused fears

Example Sentences

the technician successfully defused the bomb.

she defused the tense situation with her humor.

the negotiator worked to defuse the conflict.

he defused the argument by changing the topic.

the police defused the situation before it escalated.

they used dialogue to defuse the misunderstanding.

the manager defused employee concerns about layoffs.

he managed to defuse the criticism with a calm response.

she defused the prank by laughing it off.

the team worked together to defuse the pressure.

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