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      tempers
      noun
      the elasticity and hardness of a metal object
      a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger
      a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
      a sudden outburst of anger
      verb
      change by restraining or moderating
      make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
      adjust the pitch (of pianos)
      harden by reheating and cooling in oil
      bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling
      Roots
      temperotemper- · Latin · mix, moderate
      Words related to tempers
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