Diffuse
verb
Spread and reduce concentration
“The diplomat worked quickly to diffuse the tension before either side drew a weapon.”
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What does diffuse mean?
Commonly confused with
- NotConcentrate intensely
- NotCarefully focus
- NotLoudly increase
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