1
as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
there seemed to be no words sufficient to soothe the bereaved parents
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2
as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
soothed the baby with a bottle
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as in to relieve
to make more bearable or less severe
hot tea with honey will soothe a sore throat
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Recent Examples of soothe
This toy combines a crafting project with a soothing experience.
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Anja Webb, Parents, 30 Apr. 2025
Onsen Saru Hot Spring Bath Soak For the bath lover
A calming blend that brings the soothing magic of onsen straight to the tub.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
When brewed with both milk and water, the cardamom-rich spice blend spreads a soothing warmth through my entire soul.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
Rosemary oil’s anti-inflammatory properties may help soothe a dry, red, or irritated scalp.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 23 Apr. 2025
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Anja Webb, Parents, 30 Apr. 2025
Onsen Saru Hot Spring Bath Soak For the bath lover
A calming blend that brings the soothing magic of onsen straight to the tub.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
When brewed with both milk and water, the cardamom-rich spice blend spreads a soothing warmth through my entire soul.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
Rosemary oil’s anti-inflammatory properties may help soothe a dry, red, or irritated scalp.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soothe
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Investors are feeling reassured about the resilience of Big Tech’s focus on artificial intelligence.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Wiley reassured Campbell that he was built for linebacker.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Tensions have calmed a bit in recent years, barring occasional clashes along the border areas, Ganyard said.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
10 May 2025
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This may include guiding someone who is blind; pulling a wheelchair; calming a person during an anxiety attack; or reminding them to take medication.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Understanding that the entire AI industry potentially has a stake in the ruling, Chhabria apparently sought to relieve some tension at the end of the hearing with a joke, Wired reported.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 May 2025
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While on a shift with the patient, the nurse arriving to relieve Gloria discovered the patient unattended and informed staff.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
2 May 2025
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Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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Visitors might at first be lulled into thinking the space is simply a chic apartment with a design studio tucked into the living space.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Although there were promising deposits in the United States, China flooded the market, dropping prices and lulling companies into purchasing Chinese minerals.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Press coverage at the time of Alexander’s death focused in part on her operation of Anger Room, a business in Dallas where customers could alleviate stress by smashing items in rooms made to look like a workplace or a living area.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2025
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This development alleviates pressures on the semiconductor industry, which has been impacted by supply chain disruptions and uncertain business conditions.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Not only are flags placed at every grave, as is done here, but the army assigns a soldier to stand by each grave to comfort the family and to honor their memory.—
Rabbi Steve Roth,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Apr. 2025
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What’s On the Menu The Official Kentucky Derby 151 On-Track Food Menu delivers a mix of Southern staples and polished showstoppers—dishes that are comforting, upscale, and built to last through long race-day service.—
Nasha Smith,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Metal benches are also lighter than benches composed solely of wood.—
Megan Newton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 May 2025
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Forethought underpins the crucial balance between execution speed and staying composed and under control.—
Ryan Lahti,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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“Soothe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soothe. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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