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Thermidor in American English
the period in the French Revolution, beginning with the downfall of Robespierre (Jul 27, 1794) during which national reaction against Revolutionary excess, esp. of the Reign of Terror, shifted emphasis to moderation and the restoration of order
noun: the 11th month of the year, extending from July 19 to August 17

Thermidor in British English
noun: the month of heat: the eleventh month of the French revolutionary calendar, extending from July 20 to Aug 18

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