: tending to soothe
also
: having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly
adverb
soothingness
noun
Examples of soothing in a Sentence
The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Some models serve purely to create a soothing ambiance, acting as night lights for children, whereas others can be educational tools with accurate renderings of the night sky indoors.
—Tantse Walter, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The track wraps that feeling of wanting someone who feels just out of reach into something beautiful and soothing.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
Offering a soothing, minimalist atmosphere, the train has two runs.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2025
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothing. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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