as in to soften
to lessen the shock of
a substantial nest egg helped to cushion the sudden loss of her job
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Recent Examples of cushion
Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
However, the index would have to consider that seniors can get discounts that cushion price increases.
—Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 July 2025
If other investors start buying the shares and boost the price, that can often prompt the people betting against the stock to buy more shares in an effort to cushion their own losses.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
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Noun
Interior colors and materials include: Morello red leather for the door uppers seat cushions, cabin and floor.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
However, the index would have to consider that seniors can get discounts that cushion price increases.
—Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Verb
If other investors start buying the shares and boost the price, that could prompt the people betting against the stock to buy more shares to cushion their own losses.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 July 2025
If other investors start buying the shares and boost the price, that can often prompt the people betting against the stock to buy more shares in an effort to cushion their own losses.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushion
Noun
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But Trump is also shifting his approach toward India, which has long served as a regional buffer against China and whose leader has had a close relationship with Trump.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
4 Aug. 2025
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This can involve slapping, beating, or punching the carpet to create a manual vibration, or by using a tool such as an orbital buffer or the butt end of a drill to agitate the fibers.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This multitasking formula from Dermalogica softens and hydrates skin as well as depuffs, brightens, and exfoliates it.—
Esme Benjamin,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Bag Balm has a ton of uses beyond softening dry skin on your hands and feet.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There’s no need to constantly change your tampons or pads throughout the day.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Aug. 2025
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James Cook emerged from the Highmark Stadium tunnel in full pads and uniform, putting a charge into the pregame summer air.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
10 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Although neither are overly complicated, the Taskmaster battle has a fun schtick where players have to knock out the boss’ Captain America-like shield, leaving him vulnerable to attacks for a limited time.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
5 Aug. 2025
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Joy Sunday: Nevermore Academy kind of acts as a shield for Bianca in season one.—
Malik Peay,
Essence,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The alliance has followed with a series of bumper monthly increases, and sped up even further in July.—
Nayla Razzouk,
Fortune,
2 Aug. 2025
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The only option on the SUV is the stainless steel rear bumper guard for $135.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
27 July 2025
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“Cushion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushion. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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