as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
some people find a glass of wine to be a civilized and sedative addition to an evening meal
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Recent Examples of sedative
Dallas News, 30 Jan. 2023
The first antipsychotic was designed as a sedative, and so on.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 26 Apr. 2017
Ashley Strickland, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
Surgeons commonly do the procedure with patients awake, using local anesthesia (numbing injections) plus an oral sedative, like Xanax, to quell anxiety.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 20 Nov. 2024
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Kratom alkaloids stimulate the opioid receptors in the brain, producing effects that range from sedative-like and calming to energizing and euphoric.
—Dallas News, 30 Jan. 2023
The first antipsychotic was designed as a sedative, and so on.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 26 Apr. 2017
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And among the plants included were Egyptian blue water lily and Syrian rue, which contain hallucinogenic, medicinal, intoxicating and sedative properties that can alter perception and enhance visionary experiences, Tanasi said.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
Surgeons commonly do the procedure with patients awake, using local anesthesia (numbing injections) plus an oral sedative, like Xanax, to quell anxiety.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 20 Nov. 2024
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Today, some health researchers theorize there’s a silver lining in the presence of these dangerous tranquilizers.Maurice Tamman, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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This too is a common sight, and a symptom of fentanyl laced with the veterinary tranquilizer xylazine.Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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It’s bundled with essential oil sets that offer soothing scents like lavender, jasmine, and citrus—ideal for stress relief, promoting better sleep, or enhancing a cozy atmosphere.Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024
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Through a blend of aloe vera, cucumber extract, and soy proteins, this wash aims to remove dirt and makeup, while soothing redness, hydrating skin, and boosting elasticity.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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Some early research shows that safflower oil may reduce inflammation in the body—and likely has antifungal, antimicrobial, and potential analgesic (pain-relieving) effects.Cristina Mutchler, Health, 17 Dec. 2024
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The over-the-counter analgesic, sold as Tylenol or Panadol among other brand names, is the standard, first-line treatment for pain and fever.New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Sedative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sedative. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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