as in softening
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as in buffering
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 cushioning
Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Reebok Walk Ultra 7 DMX Max Shoe Not only are these leather Reebok sneakers trendy and versatile, but their memory foam insoles provide cushioning and shock absorption, which medical professionals appreciate for long shifts.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Many of these are even paired with plush cushioning and weather-resistant covers.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 2025
Following the American Civil War in 1860, more advanced wooden limbs with rubber cushioning were created to meet the needs of new amputees.
—Kyle MacNeill, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Used in basketball and skate shoes, Curry says the drop-in midsole concept excels when both cushioning and ground feel are the highest performance priorities.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Reebok Walk Ultra 7 DMX Max Shoe Not only are these leather Reebok sneakers trendy and versatile, but their memory foam insoles provide cushioning and shock absorption, which medical professionals appreciate for long shifts.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Many of these are even paired with plush cushioning and weather-resistant covers.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 2025
Following the American Civil War in 1860, more advanced wooden limbs with rubber cushioning were created to meet the needs of new amputees.
—Kyle MacNeill, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushioning
Noun
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After the pandemic, retailers started to build up inventory excess as a buffer.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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New York has two power left-handed arms in Max Fried and Carlos Rodon, and Lopez could be the buffer between the two.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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An iron deficiency may lead to nail changes such as softening and weakness.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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Its intensely moisturizing formula features amino acids that make up the protein keratin (which is key for maintaining your hair’s structure and strength) and hair-softening plant extracts.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Without this cushion, even minor financial surprises can derail your budget and lead to debt accumulation.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Rachel Zhang, whose textile factory sells blankets and cushions to multiple retailers including Walmart, Costco and Target, told CNN that orders had been halted in early April.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For dry skin, look for a richer, more emollient moisturizer.—
Cierra Black,
Essence,
23 Apr. 2025
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Plus, emollient ingredients help prevent flaking once the product has dried out.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Vrabel put on pads to rush Campbell in the workout.—
Andrew Callahan,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2025
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Adding a machine-washable pad can provide extra coziness for your pup.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Golden Dome would be very different than Israel's Iron Dome Trump's speech to Congress and his executive order have both referenced Israel's Iron Dome missile shield.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Even her accessories were theatrical—like her spiked Balenciaga dad cap, and futuristic shield shades.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Officials expect about 100 prisoners each year will qualify for compassionate release, Buis said.—
Don Thompson,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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When delivering bad news, be succinct and compassionate.—
Roberta Matuson,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The power play has undoubtedly looked much more dangerous with Demidov in the right circle and Caufield in the left, with Nick Suzuki playing the bumper.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Quad exhausts sit flush against the bumper, and a neat active aero ducktail spoiler sits at the rear.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cushioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushioning. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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