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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume
soft music played in the background while we ate
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as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
I like this sweater the best because it is so soft and comfortable
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as in floppy
giving easily to the touch
soft mattresses make it very easy to fall asleep, but they have a tendency to get lumpy
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
looking for a soft job in local government
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as in weak
lacking bodily strength
soft recruits who will get toughened up in the army
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as in weakened
lacking strength of will or character
a soft person who tends to yield to stronger personalities
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as in soothing
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a soft breeze coming off the lake
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as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a warm, soft bed to rest my weary bones
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
felt that his wife had been a little too soft on their son, and that more discipline was in order
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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
it was a lovely soft spring evening
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as in dumb
not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily
sometimes I wonder if you've gone soft in the head
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Recent Examples of soft
Here, a pair of Pierre Paulin Mushroom armchairs in a soft rose hue sit near a print by Etel Adnan, while the window opens up to a residence lane house next door, allowing French living to be in constant dialogue with Shanghainese city life.
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Denni Hu, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Made with ultra-soft sheep fur and lined with shearling, these are about as cushioning as a pair of slippers can get.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
Take Everlane’s The Luxe Rib Turtleneck ($58) for example, made from a soft blend of Supima cotton and stretchy elastane for a comfortable fit that ensures warmth while remaining breathable.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
The water-resistant polycarbonate shell and soft, anti-microbial lining are surprisingly luxe for the low price tag.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
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Denni Hu, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Made with ultra-soft sheep fur and lined with shearling, these are about as cushioning as a pair of slippers can get.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
Take Everlane’s The Luxe Rib Turtleneck ($58) for example, made from a soft blend of Supima cotton and stretchy elastane for a comfortable fit that ensures warmth while remaining breathable.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
The water-resistant polycarbonate shell and soft, anti-microbial lining are surprisingly luxe for the low price tag.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soft
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Crafted from 100% cotton, the fabric delivers the soft stretch and cozy feel of your favorite T-shirt while being gentle on the skin.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Oct. 2025
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For this reason, tweens tend to prefer gifts that are popular or trending, like the viral Sol de Janeiro perfume or a starter skincare routine made with gentle ingredients that won’t stress out their young skin.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
31 Oct. 2025
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Both are spiked with cream, ultra-silky and super-versatile.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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Like Knowles, Gayle King embraced autumnal tones as well, wearing a silky satin orange dress with an asymmetrical neckline and floral appliqués on the one sleeve.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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As a remedy, researchers have created a soft mechanical metamaterial—a rubber sheet cut into a repeating pattern—that can perform matrix-vector multiplication using floppy modes, or motions that require almost no energy.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Nov. 2025
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Many cooks prefer growing milder Italian parsley, which has a tall, floppy growth habit.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Oct. 2025
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The jersey-stitch construction gives it a smooth drape that layers easily under blazers or jackets.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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The company attributed the decline to weak demand, shifting some shipments to Q4 and an unfavorable mix.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Nov. 2025
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It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems and pregnant women.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
Freep.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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While the power opportunities are bright, the current earnings reports are much more dour as the oil sector slogs along with weakened activity.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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However, Bon Jovi found a surgeon who performed a medialization thyroplasty surgery, a cutting-edge procedure in which an implant was placed on the outside of his vocal cord to rebuild the weakened cord.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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The soothing, antioxidant-rich formula offers enough coverage that it can be used in lieu of a tinted moisturizer or lightweight foundation.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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What results is a soothing outdoor space that stays beautiful from season to season.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
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Are the Lions comfortable with the likes of Kayode Awosika, Trystan Colon and perhaps rookie guard Miles Frazier?—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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A lot of these players came from different parts of the country, and their families are comfortable leaving them with us.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Soft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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