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To make something into something else
To modify so as to make less extreme or more acceptable
“Knowing this ahead of time can help you temper your expectations and develop a clear game plan for dealing with anything that may arise.”
To physically harden a substance or material, typically using a chemical process
“In order to properly temper the glass, the cooling process should be gradual and equally distributed.”
To regulate the speed or amount of something given or administered
To change (something) so as to make it suitable for a particular use or situation
To cause someone to become accustomed or desensitized to something (usually) unpleasant
To represent or estimate at less than the true value or importance
To bring to a higher cultural or civil level or awareness
To make as good as possible
To preserve (food or organic material), typically by salting, drying, or smoking
To contribute in some way to
Plural for a person's temperament or state of mind, especially in terms of their being angry or calm
“Anne is of a mild temper and timid to a rather blamable degree.”
Plural for a quality, characteristic or nature associated with something
“It begets a serene and peaceful temper and disposition of the heart.”
Plural for an angry state of mind, or the expression of such
“Who knows what I might do tomorrow in a fit of temper or in a fit of rage.”
Plural for the feeling of anger or resentment
“Feeling my temper rise, I grit my teeth. Emotionally drained and irritated by her optimism, I'm in no shape to rehash our old argument again tonight.”
Plural for a tendency to become angry easily
“The war veteran was notorious for his temper and reluctance to speak with outsiders.”
Plural for a mental state of calm and self-control
“Maintain your temper and composure and restrain any impulse to disprove your prospect's objection by engaging in an argument.”
Plural for the character or fundamental values of a person, people, culture, or movement
Plural for a tumultuous or angry reaction
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