
Sate
Over Satisfaction
Use 'sate' when something exceeds just enough, particularly in hunger or other desires.

Even after dessert, she indulged in a cheese platter just to sate her cravings.
Not Always Positive
'Sate' can imply excess and potential negative consequences of having more than necessary.

He sated his curiosity by trespassing, which resulted in trouble.
Strong Desires
Use 'sate' for intense needs or desires, not for mild preferences or likes.

Marathon runners need to sate their intense thirst after a race, not just sip some water.
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