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as in comforting
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the consolation of the grieving family by their pastor
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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the consolation that our favorite foods give us when we're having a bad day
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Recent Examples of consolation
However, the specific concerns, values, and language each group uses to describe their disappointment could differ, so effective AI consolation may need to be attuned to these nuances.
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Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
The consolation: All three of those opponents (Charlotte, Tulsa, Rice) entered the weekend three or more games below .500.
—Joey Knight, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Nov. 2024
The cruelest consolation for an innocent life made ashen before her time.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
As consolation to its shooters, the Stugna-P has a remote-launch function.
—David Axe, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
The consolation: All three of those opponents (Charlotte, Tulsa, Rice) entered the weekend three or more games below .500.
—Joey Knight, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Nov. 2024
The cruelest consolation for an innocent life made ashen before her time.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
As consolation to its shooters, the Stugna-P has a remote-launch function.
—David Axe, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolation
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In recent months, the Fed has cut its benchmark rate three-quarters of a percentage point, dialing back its fight against inflation and delivering some relief for borrowers saddled with high costs.Max Zahn, ABC News, 27 Dec. 2024
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Reactions on social media ran the gamut from disbelief to relief to anger.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps as reassurance, the games to be streamed on Netflix will be produced by CBS Sports, which boasts decades of top-of-the-market experience.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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This personalized approach ensures that the therapy is tailored to the patient's unique situation, providing reassurance and comfort.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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So many communities were in desperate need for months following that powerful storm and this team of volunteers remained, providing the comfort of delicious food and fellowship.Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
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Consumers consistently favor cotton denim for its unique blend of breathability, softness and comfort.SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 23 Dec. 2024
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Fletcher's encouragement comes from her own journey.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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With their encouragement, begin to build the courage to confront and release the patterns that no longer serve your growth.Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Marsh, then 22, decided to up sticks and move to a traditional English cottage in Oxford to find solace and reset her life following the end of the relationship.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Ini Ishola Title: Seneca, Speak Logline: A young girl named Seneca copes with her mother’s death while trying to find solace with her father.Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
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His support garnered the controversial party renewed international attention, as well as right-wing sympathies.Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 23 Dec. 2024
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All this could be whiplash-inducing if Travis Fimmel’s performance didn’t invest Desmond with both menace and sympathy, stemming his vision for the character as a champion of the unrepresented masses.Keith Phipps, Vulture, 22 Dec. 2024
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Some of the most poignant parts of this feature dwell on the program teaching compassion and kindness to these still-malleable minds watching in times of national crisis, with non-patronizing episodes on homelessness, poverty, war and the devastating aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.Courtney Howard, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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Aidan Monaghan—Focus Features Unfortunately, the being that answers this call is not one for compassion or benevolence.Megan McCluskey, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Consolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolation. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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