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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
Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 29 May 2026
During that time in intensive care, Reents-Dickkut and her family were comforted by the nurses and doctors on staff, including Nurse Liz, who still works at the hospital.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Kenny’s videos comforted so many of you in really, really dark times of your lives.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026
Beyond his deep understanding of Berkshire’s many business units and a commitment to continuous improvement at the annual meeting, investors should be comforted that Abel has continued the Buffett blueprint for allocating capital.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
How Animal Lovers Can Help For readers who have ever bottle-fed a baby animal, comforted a frightened pet or simply paused to watch a deer step out of the woods at dusk, Forest’s story is a familiar kind of heartbreak — and a familiar kind of hope.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Boys and girls are both primed to pay attention to human faces and voices, which, after all, belong to those who will keep them fed, safe and comforted.
—Lise Eliot, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
There can be moments when she is comforted by the town or is amused by the town or finds joy in the town.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
Kami spent much of her childhood in the hospital and felt comforted wearing pajamas instead of hospital gowns, and now her legacy continues through this program.
—Janay Reece, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
She was quickly comforted by Maria, and the umpire Aurélie Tourte instantly called for medical attention.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 29 May 2026
During that time in intensive care, Reents-Dickkut and her family were comforted by the nurses and doctors on staff, including Nurse Liz, who still works at the hospital.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
Kenny’s videos comforted so many of you in really, really dark times of your lives.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 19 May 2026
Beyond his deep understanding of Berkshire’s many business units and a commitment to continuous improvement at the annual meeting, investors should be comforted that Abel has continued the Buffett blueprint for allocating capital.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
How Animal Lovers Can Help For readers who have ever bottle-fed a baby animal, comforted a frightened pet or simply paused to watch a deer step out of the woods at dusk, Forest’s story is a familiar kind of heartbreak — and a familiar kind of hope.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Boys and girls are both primed to pay attention to human faces and voices, which, after all, belong to those who will keep them fed, safe and comforted.
—Lise Eliot, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
There can be moments when she is comforted by the town or is amused by the town or finds joy in the town.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
Kami spent much of her childhood in the hospital and felt comforted wearing pajamas instead of hospital gowns, and now her legacy continues through this program.
—Janay Reece, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforted
Adjective
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Given the recent weakness in the stock and the broader macro uncertainty, hearing from management left us feeling more reassured in our position.—
Jeff Marks,Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Owens resigned as executive producer of 60 Minutes in April, 2025, saying that he no longer could be assured of editorial independence.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
1 June 2026
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Also last year, Kemper assured PEOPLE that the love amongst the cast members is still going strong — as is their collective group chat.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The emphasis on winning to keep kids signed up and continue making money has stomped creativity out of American players, who are encouraged to play safely to ensure results instead of developing a players’ feel for the game.—
Andy Yamashita,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
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Residents are also encouraged to keep pets confined to their property and remove outdoor food sources that may attract wildlife.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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In your arms, your baby begins to cry and cry and will not be soothed.—
Alexandra Petri,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
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Hall remembers being at a homegoing service for a youth lost to gun violence – witnessing a room filled with hurt, chaos, young people all over the place, Spencer came in like Casper, the Friendly Ghost – soothed the family and changed the temperature in the room without grabbing the mic.—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Many of them backed San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who pitched himself as a moderate Democrat who was unafraid to cross swords with organized labor and Newsom on public safety.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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Dravecky is talented and confident on the puck, absorbing pressure well and completely unafraid to try things.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The Tonys are a place to put on a brave face, but will the anxiety creep in?—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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In winter, the White Elephant provides free transfers in its house BMWs between Aspen, Buttermilk, and Aspen Highlands mountains (a garage next to the boot room means guests never brave the elements).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
Adjective
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Perkin described his wife as inventive and courageous in her art.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
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Nearly four decades later, as cuts to HIV prevention and treatment programs threaten to unravel years of progress, Earle’s story remains a testament to the power of courageous action.—
Christina Ray Stanton,
Time,
2 June 2026
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“Comforted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforted. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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