Answer: tempers

AnswerCrossword Clue
TEMPERSThey may flare
TEMPERSModerates
TEMPERSThings that flare
TEMPERSAssuages.
TEMPERSMollifies
TEMPERSHardens, or softens!
TEMPERSHeat-treats
TEMPERSTones down
tempersstate of mind or feelings
temperscalmness when provoked
tempersto moderate
tempersto heat and cool (metal) to obtain the proper hardness and strength
tempersTEMPER, to moderate (to reduce in intensity)
tempersheat of mind or passion