defuse
/dɪˈfjuz/
verb
- To remove the fuse from an explosive device so that it cannot explode.
- The bomb squad worked carefully to defuse the suspicious package.
- In the movie, the hero had only seconds to defuse the bomb.
- The soldier was trained to defuse landmines in the field.
- To make a dangerous or tense situation calmer or less harmful.
- The manager's calm voice helped defuse the angry customer's frustration.
- A good joke can often defuse an awkward moment.
- The teacher tried to defuse the argument between the two students.
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