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as in encouraging
making one feel good inside
the comforting smell of fresh bread
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2
as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
a long comforting soak in a hot bath
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as in reassurance
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the comforting of the sick has always been regarded as one of the major acts of charity
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as in reassuring
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 Synonyms for comforting
Adjective
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Reddit’s advertising business is also encouraging, Cramer said.—
Julie Coleman,
CNBC,
14 May 2025 -
Those price drops are encouraging and should help families who are hurting from the high cost of living.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Rather, such actions may reflect a longing for engagement or reassurance, especially if the dog is used to being around people.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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Still, Conley felt some reassurance not necessarily in the message, but in the messenger.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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The practical-meets-playful piece anchors the living room, a space Dazey says was the trickiest — but ultimately most rewarding — to bring together.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Our critic recommends three nerve-shredding thrillers. Travel: Leaving your phone at home can make your trip more rewarding.—
Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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The tool also incorporates vibration and heat to provide a soothing experience—and those features help with product absorption and promote better circulation, which might lead to hair growth.—
Jessica Kasparian,
Allure,
15 May 2025
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This bestselling toner helps shrink pores and balance oil control without drying out the skin, thanks to its combination of mild exfoliants and soothing botanical extracts.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
Glamour,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Reed said students in pre-K, kindergarten and first grade can be shy about making errors, especially when reading aloud, but assuring them that mistakes are okay will grow their confidence to keep trying.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Apr. 2025
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No Republicans signaled opposition to Huckabee’s nomination, assuring his passage.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Soak your grates in a mixture of warm water and vinegar.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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The finish is long and flavorful, evoking tropical themes of coconut water and warm beaches.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Platense defeated Racing Club in the previous round so the team is on an incredible run, but that won’t be much consolation for River Plate, who would have been looking forward to home advantage in the semi-finals against San Lorenzo.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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For United, the UEFA Cup/Europa League was a tinpot consolation for clubs which couldn’t cut it.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Want a new career that's higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?—
Theo Wolf,
CNBC,
15 May 2025
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Reframe a layoff as an opportunity to pivot to a more stable or fulfilling role.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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“Comforting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforting. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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