as in assured
to ease the grief or distress of
the first responders did their best to comfort the victims of the terrible tornado
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Recent Examples of comforted
Essence, 30 Sep. 2025
After Susannah’s funeral, a struggling Belly sees Conrad being comforted by a female friend.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
As their retreat drew to a close, the Singsons felt a much deeper connection to their mountainous surroundings; to their group, who affirmed and comforted one another by opening up about their own relationship peaks and valleys; and to each other.
—Esme Benjamin, AFAR Media, 18 Sep. 2025
Charlie Kirk’s family needs to be comforted.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Another cuts to Nina smashing dishes across the kitchen floor before being comforted by Enzo.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
Silver might be comforted by the fact that even many liberals who had fled for Bluesky seem to be embracing X-ism once more, creeping back onto the platform with a certain furtive guilt.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2025
Our community is small, and when someone like Scott comes along, we are comforted and start growing confidence that perhaps the city administration will look back at the iniquitous history that left us landless in our own homeland.
—Richard B. Williams, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
As Black women mourn her loss and grapple with the realities of a capitalist system that devalues our lives and labor, we are comforted by the legacy Assata Shakur leaves behind.
—Essence, 30 Sep. 2025
After Susannah’s funeral, a struggling Belly sees Conrad being comforted by a female friend.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
As their retreat drew to a close, the Singsons felt a much deeper connection to their mountainous surroundings; to their group, who affirmed and comforted one another by opening up about their own relationship peaks and valleys; and to each other.
—Esme Benjamin, AFAR Media, 18 Sep. 2025
Charlie Kirk’s family needs to be comforted.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Another cuts to Nina smashing dishes across the kitchen floor before being comforted by Enzo.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
Silver might be comforted by the fact that even many liberals who had fled for Bluesky seem to be embracing X-ism once more, creeping back onto the platform with a certain furtive guilt.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2025
Our community is small, and when someone like Scott comes along, we are comforted and start growing confidence that perhaps the city administration will look back at the iniquitous history that left us landless in our own homeland.
—Richard B. Williams, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforted
Verb
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The principal at Myers Park High School reassured families no one was injured after a school bus was forced off of its route Tuesday morning because of gunshots nearby.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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Her friend reassured her to just wait, and Beri forced herself to breathe.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But it was strongly encouraged to not spoil the ending for viewers.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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Given that people are allowed — encouraged, even — to explore different parts of themselves, the drama always feels personal, authentic.—
Elisabeth Garber-Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Or even feel assured that her good fortune will continue?—
Cressida Leyshon,
New Yorker,
28 Sep. 2025
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Cleveland and Detroit are tied atop the AL Central, with Guardians owning ghe tiebreaker but Tigers assured a wild card.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The absence of any definitive answer only invites more intrigue within an organization unafraid to make drastic changes.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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His work was defined by being unafraid to tackle social issues long considered taboo.—
Rebecca Keegan,
NBC news,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The rift was short-lived, as their big feelings were soothed mere minutes into Monday's event.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Sep. 2025
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The positive experience of being soothed, whether through calming words, laughter or playful connection, encourages a preference for partners who are attuned and responsive.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This Department of Justice will continue making every effort to protect our brave federal law enforcement officers, who risk their lives every day to keep Americans safe.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 Oct. 2025
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Instead, try to be bold, be brave, and be loud.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This month encourages courageous choices and trusting your own judgment to create freedom.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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The godmother of the event’s 2025 edition, supermodel Naomi Campbell, was not in attendance but shared a video message encouraging the awards’ nominees to be fearless and courageous.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Comforted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforted. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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