slaked

verb

past tense of slake
as in satisfied
to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire) a harrowing experience while mountain climbing has largely slaked my desire for high adventure

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Recent Examples of slaked 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 Since then, fans have had their thirst for BTS content slaked thanks to a series of solo albums, singles and tours. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025 Currently, the world’s thirst for energy remains slaked by ample supplies, which suggests prices could normalize sooner rather than later. — Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slaked
  1. satisfied
  2. quenched
  3. satiated
  4. sated
Verb
  • The deal would not have satisfied Cuba's spiraling energy needs.
    — Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026
Definition of satisfied
Verb
  • And that one gallon that quenched crops?
    — Emily Cureton Cook, ProPublica, 26 June 2026
  • My need to roam was quenched by her.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
Definition of quenched
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  • Through it all, Florida restaurants continue to survive and thrive, keeping residents and visitors satiated and coming back for more.
    — Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 24 June 2026
  • Their protein and fat content help keep you full (satiated) throughout the day, which can help prevent energy dips.
    — Kristen Gasnick, Verywell Health, 23 June 2026
Definition of satiated
Verb
  • His thirst would be sated in the second half.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 23 June 2026
  • Her fans, many sporting sheer red gloves, cat ears and varying levels of undress, were eager to be sated and reacted as if their souls were being saved within seconds of the start of each of the 23 songs Grande performed.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 7 June 2026
Definition of sated

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