security blanket

Definition of security blanket

1 : a blanket carried by a child as a protection against anxiety

2 : a usually familiar object whose presence dispels anxiety

Examples of security blanket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Or, heck, make a deal for someone like Brady's old security blanket, James White, while cobbling together a capable rotation. — Nate Davis, USA TODAY, "Opinion: Todd Gurley isn't the answer for Tom Brady, Tampa Bay Buccaneers," 19 Mar. 2020 The idea was to use a familiar object with sentimental associations (a photograph, heirloom, etc.) to serve as a kind of psychic security blanket. — John Semley, The New Republic, "Turn On, Tune In, Cash In," 27 Apr. 2020 During his first two seasons under McVay, Goff thrived with Gurley serving as his do-everything security blanket. — Mike Jones, USA TODAY, "Opinion: As Rams' retool continues with Brandin Cooks trade, Los Angeles could be in line for regression," 11 Apr. 2020 Another option is a compression shirt, like the Thundershirt, which gives the animal a snug feeling of being wrapped in a security blanket, says Dr. Ochoa. — Hannah Harper, Health.com, "Have a Stressed Out Pet? Here Are 4 Ways to Help," 15 Apr. 2020 Alabama’s receiving corps is the best security blanket a new quarterback can ask for, but just how much does the Tide coaching staff trust Jones to throw the ball? — C.j. Doon, baltimoresun.com, "Can Wisconsin bounce back? Will Auburn hang with LSU? Most intriguing college football questions for Week 9," 25 Oct. 2019 Ebron would be a nice security blanket for a rookie quarterback. — Tyler Dragon, Cincinnati.com, "Here are the offensive free agents the Cincinnati Bengals should target," 17 Mar. 2020 Still, stowing a quart of velvety Royal Coronas or chickpeas or pintos in the fridge on a Sunday night feels like a kind of emotional security blanket for the week ahead, ready for an emergency lunch plan or 2 a.m. snack. — Christina Chaey, Bon Appétit, "A Giant Pancake, Vietnamese Soup, and More From Christina Chaey's Kitchen," 1 Mar. 2020 Austen’s happy endings are a security blanket for many of her fans. — Sonia Rao, Washington Post, "Jane Austen fans expect a happy ending. Masterpiece’s ‘Sanditon’ tested their limits.," 27 Feb. 2020

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29 May 2020

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“Security blanket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/security%20blanket. Accessed 6 Jun. 2020.

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