1
as in to extinguish
to cause to cease burning
we thoroughly quenched the campfire before we headed to bed
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2
as in to satisfy
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire)
this lemonade really quenches my thirst
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Recent Examples of quench
After all, nothing puts a damper on a picnic faster than warm drinks — especially as temperatures rise and guests crave cold, refreshing beverages to quench their thirst.
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Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
But within a couple of weeks, my skin felt noticeably calmer—less redness, smoother texture, and overall more quenched.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Apr. 2026
For every news story about human kindness, there are 10 that prey upon our fears or serve to quench some insatiable thirst for scandal.
—Craig MacLellan, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
The resulting wine is quenching and effortless—layered white peach, jasmine, lime pith, and an intriguing minerality.
—Kate Bernot, Outside, 30 Mar. 2026
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Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
But within a couple of weeks, my skin felt noticeably calmer—less redness, smoother texture, and overall more quenched.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Apr. 2026
For every news story about human kindness, there are 10 that prey upon our fears or serve to quench some insatiable thirst for scandal.
—Craig MacLellan, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
The resulting wine is quenching and effortless—layered white peach, jasmine, lime pith, and an intriguing minerality.
—Kate Bernot, Outside, 30 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for quench
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quench
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Unfortunately, even that may not extinguish the twin fires.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Another threat was extinguished when Lane Thomas was caught between bases.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the global memory crisis has worsened, forcing tech giants to pay up for the capacity needed to satisfy their data center ambitions.—
Jordan Novet,Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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The tense drama satisfies history lovers and weather nerds.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Will Frances throw over Jol for Bill from True Blood, or is her thirst for vengeance not yet slaked?—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
20 Apr. 2026
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Rain and snow will likely continue to slake the Salt River basin.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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If automation eliminates most jobs and the wage share collapses, the people with money—capital owners—will be already satiated, while displaced workers can’t afford to buy anything.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
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During leaner times, making geda was a simple way of stretching a pot of soup, turning something light into a more satiating meal.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Quench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quench. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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