How to Use soothing in a Sentence

soothing

adjective
  • The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
  • The feel and texture of the scrub is so soothing on the lips.
    Alyssa Brascia, PEOPLE.com, 21 July 2022
  • The stone fireplace is home to the soothing crackle of flames.
    Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2023
  • To me, the song is soothing and uplifting at the same time.
    Vogue, 28 July 2022
  • Johnson rubbed her back and spoke to her in a soothing tone.
    Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Those were no doubt soothing words for Lawrence to hear.
    Garry Smits, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2021
  • Plus, the lemon tea tree oil feels super soothing on the scalp.
    Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 4 Aug. 2022
  • And here’s something kind of soothing, like a nice glass of wine.
    Tyler Foggatt, The New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2020
  • Many first time sailors will find how soothing sleeping is on the ship.
    James Barrett, Redbook, 17 Aug. 2023
  • These soothing sounds of rain and nature are a zen way to kick off the weekend.
    Faith Karimi, CNN, 20 Nov. 2020
  • But cold air or soothing words may help just as much, Rosas-Salazar says.
    Joanna Thompson, Scientific American, 3 Feb. 2022
  • These plush fleece house slippers will give achy feet a soothing end to a long day.
    Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
  • With a bright smile and soothing voice, Athie moves like water.
    Angelique Jackson, Variety, 17 May 2024
  • Give them a lovey to hold and turn on some soothing sounds, like soft white noise or a recording of ocean waves.
    Mali Anderson, Parents, 17 July 2023
  • Note how the soothing blue sofa and the walls match perfectly.
    Stefanie Waldek, House Beautiful, 14 Aug. 2023
  • The warm matcha also feels soothing and like a yummy treat.
    refinery29.com, 9 Nov. 2020
  • Rich and soothing and profound, the dal is my favorite thing the restaurant serves.
    Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2022
  • The soothing sound of a gong echoed through the breeze as birds sang on a sunny Wednesday evening at a small park in the east side of Pilsen.
    Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 31 July 2022
  • Back in 2017, the show felt at once like a warped, fun-house mirror reflection of the times and a soothing balm.
    Tessa Stuart, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2021
  • The sound of the shuffling symbol cards is soothing, like the fluttering of birds’ wings.
    Washington Post, 17 Apr. 2022
  • There are few things more soothing than a long, hot shower.
    Washington Post, 9 June 2021
  • Moral for everyone else: Trust not the soothing words of the serpent.
    Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 31 July 2024
  • For a good night's rest, your best bet is creating a soothing space for a sound sleep.
    Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 8 Feb. 2023
  • The simple palette allows the eye to rest for a soothing effect.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The rhythmic movement mimics the womb and can be very soothing.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Water cascades down the marble wall, and the glass doors open to let in breezes and the soothing sound of the waterfall.
    Janice O'Leary, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2021
  • Guests are served a small yet soothing cup of oolong tea to complete each meal.
    Maria Geyman, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2023
  • Dutcher tried to offer soothing perspective in the face of a 30-point trip to the woodshed.
    Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2024
  • 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
  • Their look and feeling are soothing and sublime, thanks to the deft hand of noted Spanish interior designer Pilar García-Nieto.
    Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025

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