Word of the Day for Grades 4-6

Definition: 1. to strike or press with crushing force; squash. 2. to put down or silence, as with a crushing retort. 3. a splashing sound.

Example: The coach acted quickly to squelch any rumors from starting about his injured star.

Synonyms: stifle, suppress

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