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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
Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 25 Jan. 2026
While the images and words were upsetting, Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte CEO Adam Kolett said he’s been comforted by the solidarity expressed by many with Charlotte’s Jewish community.
—Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Squalane and sodium hyaluronate help maintain hydration levels, and oat and ceramides deliver that calm, comforted feeling your barrier is likely craving.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2026
Despite years of rebuilding ahead, Escalante is comforted by having her family back in Pacific Palisades.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 28 Dec. 2025
Angela Peterson photographed Sheena Scarbrough being comforted after her daughter’s killer was found guilty.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, jsonline.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Knowing that God is with me during hard times has comforted me and billions of Christians too.
—Nicole Russell, USA Today, 25 Dec. 2025
Her plush hippo, which comforted her in the hospital after her accident, will join her in space.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 11 Dec. 2025
The two-time Oscar winner also famously comforted Dench after the death of her husband, Michael Williams, that same year.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Dec. 2025
Verb
Sonny appreciated that Pretti comforted and cared for Kimberly, too.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 25 Jan. 2026
While the images and words were upsetting, Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte CEO Adam Kolett said he’s been comforted by the solidarity expressed by many with Charlotte’s Jewish community.
—Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Squalane and sodium hyaluronate help maintain hydration levels, and oat and ceramides deliver that calm, comforted feeling your barrier is likely craving.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2026
Despite years of rebuilding ahead, Escalante is comforted by having her family back in Pacific Palisades.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 28 Dec. 2025
Angela Peterson photographed Sheena Scarbrough being comforted after her daughter’s killer was found guilty.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, jsonline.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Knowing that God is with me during hard times has comforted me and billions of Christians too.
—Nicole Russell, USA Today, 25 Dec. 2025
Her plush hippo, which comforted her in the hospital after her accident, will join her in space.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 11 Dec. 2025
The two-time Oscar winner also famously comforted Dench after the death of her husband, Michael Williams, that same year.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Dec. 2025
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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Supporters of the pardon power further assured their colleagues that impeachment would furnish a corrective to any overuse of pardoning, underestimating the extent to which the modern party system would render this nearly impossible.—
Bernadette Meyler,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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And while some tired players in the postgame have said at least they are assured a point from getting past 60 minutes, Hynes stressed that nobody is happy with just making it to overtime, and that second point is vitally important when the standings are so tight.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Though normal operations are likely to resume for most passengers, travelers are still encouraged to monitor their flight status.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Jan. 2026
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Folks are also encouraged to stay informed about evolving weather conditions and changes to the forecast.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The poems and practical suggestions soothed my spirit.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Todt remembers how her father stepped in during some of the hardest baby moments, especially when Kingston couldn’t be soothed.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Even before the expedition reached land, Islanders had gone out to the ships, paddling canoes or reed bundles, or just swimming, unafraid and unarmed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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That film, which starred Stanfield alongside Tessa Thompson, established Riley as a filmmaker unafraid to blend satire with surreal, often dissonant ideas.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Today at Orlando Family Stage, the mission is to empower young people to be brave and empathetic.—
Julie Ruth Owen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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Aquarius' 2026 love horoscope Be brave enough to lead with your heart, not just your mind.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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That single, raw courageous act for Fritzie to lie about her age spared her life in the moment.—
Bernard Cherkasov,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 A courageous vision can lead you through complex issues.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Comforted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforted. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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