Quelled Definition

quelled
adjective
  1. subdued or overcome; "the quelled rebellion"; "an uprising quenched almost before it started"; "a squelched rumor"

"Quelled" in song lyrics

See how quelled is used in real songs:

  • "or a SOLDIER dwells to make sure you hope is quelled"
    Random & Lost Perception f/ Devastate, Pennywise — Birth of a God

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