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Ease, as worries (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

allay

(Other definitions for allay that I've seen before include "Lessen" , "Diminish or end (fears)" , "Marks of blows" , "Diminish (concerns)" , "Calm fears" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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