as in conciliatory
tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility
efforts at peacemaking overtures in the region have largely been ignored by both warring parties
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peacemaking
Adjective
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Many European officials have struck a conciliatory tone toward Mr. Trump.—
Jeanna Smialek,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025 -
Advertisement World & Nation Disappointment at border as Trump cancels immigration program Jan. 20, 2025 Sheinbaum, a leftist who took office in October, adopted a conciliatory tone and did not directly criticize Trump.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With a focus on soft, natural tones, sustainable materials and biophilic elements like plants and greenery, this trend transforms hospitality spaces into peaceful sanctuaries.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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But even that initial wave appeared to mount a peaceful takeover, with folks posing for pictures, making snow angels and gleefully soaking in the moment.—
Justin Williams,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Naturally, these delicate birds give her life a soothing meaning.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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With its sweet berry and citrus flavor profile, Sunset Sherbet is perfect for those craving a soothing, candy-like vibe.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The 34-year-old Uncut Gems actress has revealed that her current New York home came with a surprise: a benevolent spirit named Beauty, who has taken up residence in the basement.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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In it, humanity’s future has been largely tamed by a brilliant mathematician who uses statistical laws to control human behavior and protect against catastrophic events, ensuring what is supposed to be benevolent and stable rule for centuries.—
Margaret MacMillan,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This will be both disarming and believable, allowing your daughter to propose times that are both far off and inconvenient.—
Jacobina Martin,
Washington Post,
15 Dec. 2022
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What follows instead is a pivotal listen that conveys trauma in an assured yet disarming way.—
Leah Greenblatt,
EW.com,
8 Dec. 2021
Adjective
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Xi must know that old societies tend to be pacific and that China is getting old fast.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Choose between two rich colors: pacific blue or yarrow gold.—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
10 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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But few discouraging words were heard about Sosa at the Cubs Convention, which is made up of a kinder, gentler group of fans, and a higher percentage of children who think of Sosa and Clark the Cub as similar mythical characters.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
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Perhaps the coming years will be kinder to these efforts.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Peacemaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peacemaking. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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