as in softened
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 cushioned
Holloway’s second man-advantage marker in Friday’s romp cushioned the Blues’ lead to 6-2 just 82 seconds into the third period.
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Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
These sneakers are cushioned and intensely supportive, suited for anything from roadside jogging to gym reps, to heading out for a long, leisurely walk with a friend.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Our Top Korean Moisturizers for Dry Skin Each of the following expert- and editor-approved pick targets a common skin concern—from redness to fine lines—helping skin feel cushioned, supple, and consistently balanced.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026
The flexible build and cushioned footbed allow for all-day comfort, while their sleek shape transitions easily from yard work to quick neighborhood errands.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
This means your foot is cushioned and supported throughout the shoe, which is ideal for walking miles and miles.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
Jonathan Walters controlled his pass and cushioned it into the path of the advancing Charlie Adam, who was midway in his own half.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
These booties, which are lined with plush faux fur and cushioned with memory foam, are the kind of gift someone will never want to take off.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
These sneakers are cushioned and intensely supportive, suited for anything from roadside jogging to gym reps, to heading out for a long, leisurely walk with a friend.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Our Top Korean Moisturizers for Dry Skin Each of the following expert- and editor-approved pick targets a common skin concern—from redness to fine lines—helping skin feel cushioned, supple, and consistently balanced.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026
The flexible build and cushioned footbed allow for all-day comfort, while their sleek shape transitions easily from yard work to quick neighborhood errands.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
This means your foot is cushioned and supported throughout the shoe, which is ideal for walking miles and miles.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
Jonathan Walters controlled his pass and cushioned it into the path of the advancing Charlie Adam, who was midway in his own half.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
These booties, which are lined with plush faux fur and cushioned with memory foam, are the kind of gift someone will never want to take off.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 17 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushioned
softened
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Metcalfe also pointed to South Korea and Thailand as examples of markets where consumption has softened, but said this was reflective of temporary adjustments rather than structural declines.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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Add the jalapeño and stir-fry until slightly softened, another 15 to 20 seconds.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Cushioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushioned. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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