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as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
there seemed to be no words sufficient to soothe the bereaved parents
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
soothed the baby with a bottle
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as in to relieve
to make more bearable or less severe
hot tea with honey will soothe a sore throat
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Recent Examples of soothe
Benefits Gargling salt water is an effective home remedy for soothing a sore throat.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Jan. 2025
During this three-day getaway, expect activities like yoga that encourages better sleep, bio-hacks such as red-light therapy and energy-healing sound baths, soothing beach walks and signature spa treatments.
—Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
What’s more: The brand’s signature ingredient—antioxidant-rich thermal spring water—adds a soothing touch to the formulation.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025
The pleasant climate and soothing trade winds are other positive factors.
—Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Jan. 2025
During this three-day getaway, expect activities like yoga that encourages better sleep, bio-hacks such as red-light therapy and energy-healing sound baths, soothing beach walks and signature spa treatments.
—Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
What’s more: The brand’s signature ingredient—antioxidant-rich thermal spring water—adds a soothing touch to the formulation.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025
The pleasant climate and soothing trade winds are other positive factors.
—Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soothe
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This personal narrative not only builds trust but also reassures the team that the change is both necessary and achievable.Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
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Imagine a more flexible Mr. Rogers, wearing spandex instead of sweaters, speaking directly to the camera in calm, reassuring tones and checking in on viewers’ mental state like a caring Sunday school teacher.Danielle Friedman, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
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The message resonated and calmed a team that will face the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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His performance versus Pittsburgh on Thursday night won’t calm fans worried about the Oilers’ net.Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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This greens powder is said to relieve bloat, support digestion, and increased promote energy.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025
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Physical activity after cancer treatment can relieve stress and build strength and endurance that may have been sapped during cancer treatment.Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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If there’s been some tension, a heavy cloud or just a feeling of stagnation around your passions, romantic life or in regard to children, the universe is embracing you this week and assuring you that the cosmos are still on your side.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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Tommy Watson: Longtime fandom pays off There is some technology involved in this longtime Kansas City Chiefs fan assuring his team wins.Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2025
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Patrick Sheehan, director of the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, said past weather patterns can lull people into a false sense of security.Lauren Sausser and Holly K. Hacker, The Tennessean, 30 Dec. 2024
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View 3 Images One of the best things about sleeping on a train is the gentle rocking motion that lulls you off to la-la land.Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 26 Nov. 2024
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Living underground for extended periods of time requires mental clarity, and these wellness amenities will help alleviate anxiety so that residents can stay physically and mentally strong.Jim Dobson, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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China has cut policy rates, loosened property purchase restrictions, injected liquidity into the financial market as well as unveiled a debt-swap program to alleviate local governments’ fiscal strains.Anniek Bao, CNBC, 13 Jan. 2025
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In the video, Turba comforted her furry companion by stroking her head.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Theodore Carlson, the taxi driver from Brooklyn, comforted himself by reading the Bible.David Wolman, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Jan. 2025
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That program features no fewer than three premieres, composed by Errollyn Wallen, Conrad Tao and Stacy Garrop.Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025
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What To Know The group that left today is primarily composed of Venezuelan migrants, according to NewsNation.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Soothe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soothe. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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