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as in consolations
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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as in amenities
something that adds to one's ease of living
a family campground with all the comforts of home
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as in reliefs
reduction of or freedom from pain
a life of comfort
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as in luxuries
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a hotel room featuring an array of domestic comforts
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as in assures
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 comforts
Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
There is a need to sacrifice certain comforts and freedoms for roles like this.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
However, longtime customers have noticed the comforts of home face competition—from construction.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 13 May 2026
Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn, Lambertville Set in a converted 19th-century train station on the river, this boutique inn offers modern comforts with a dose of local heritage.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Those comforts include new furniture and charging stations for cell phones and computers with plans to open a cafe.
—Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
The property definitely has five-star comforts, but the service, at least on this particular day, was still experiencing some growing pains.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
The experience leans heavily into expedition-style programming, pairing luxury comforts with scientific engagement.
—Malika Bowling, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Situated in Okinawa’s Yanbaru forest, this six-person treehouse pairs all the comforts of modern amenities with picturesque landscapes.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2026
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
Near the front of the hospital, a nurse comforts a man trapped beneath an SUV.
—Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
The nurturing Moon comforts therapeutic Chiron, brightening your 5th House of Amusement — this is your moment to attempt a new way of expressing yourself without judging yourself.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
Trump has a video conference with French First Lady Brigitte Macron to discuss initiatives to end cyberbullying, meets with Queen Rania of Jordan to discuss helping foster children and comforts former Hamas hostage Aviva Siegel.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
The base blends sesame and rice bran oils for a cushiony, fast-absorbing texture that immediately comforts dry skin.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
Strange to say, her mother’s retort comforts her.
—Allegra Goodman, New Yorker, 4 Jan. 2026
Ilya even comforts Shane in a moment of panic by calling him his boyfriend, a simple but monumental step for Hollanov, as the internet has dubbed them.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 26 Dec. 2025
Her mother, Andrea Swift, comforts her.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025
Noun
Ranging from glamping cabins to two-story log cabins, the 31 accommodations have welcome comforts that homesteaders never enjoyed—like Frette duvets.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
There is a need to sacrifice certain comforts and freedoms for roles like this.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
However, longtime customers have noticed the comforts of home face competition—from construction.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 13 May 2026
Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn, Lambertville Set in a converted 19th-century train station on the river, this boutique inn offers modern comforts with a dose of local heritage.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
Those comforts include new furniture and charging stations for cell phones and computers with plans to open a cafe.
—Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
The property definitely has five-star comforts, but the service, at least on this particular day, was still experiencing some growing pains.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
The experience leans heavily into expedition-style programming, pairing luxury comforts with scientific engagement.
—Malika Bowling, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Situated in Okinawa’s Yanbaru forest, this six-person treehouse pairs all the comforts of modern amenities with picturesque landscapes.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
This hearty chicken chili comforts those nursing wintertime sniffles.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
Near the front of the hospital, a nurse comforts a man trapped beneath an SUV.
—Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
The nurturing Moon comforts therapeutic Chiron, brightening your 5th House of Amusement — this is your moment to attempt a new way of expressing yourself without judging yourself.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
Trump has a video conference with French First Lady Brigitte Macron to discuss initiatives to end cyberbullying, meets with Queen Rania of Jordan to discuss helping foster children and comforts former Hamas hostage Aviva Siegel.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
The base blends sesame and rice bran oils for a cushiony, fast-absorbing texture that immediately comforts dry skin.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
Strange to say, her mother’s retort comforts her.
—Allegra Goodman, New Yorker, 4 Jan. 2026
Ilya even comforts Shane in a moment of panic by calling him his boyfriend, a simple but monumental step for Hollanov, as the internet has dubbed them.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 26 Dec. 2025
Her mother, Andrea Swift, comforts her.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforts
Noun
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Nothing like the durable consolations of late-life romance, but headier, more exciting and, in the worst cases, far more damaging.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Toward the end of 2022 and into 2023, Perardi and Youngblood spoke constantly, looping through the same horror, the same consolations.—
Matthew Bremner,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This includes square footage of housing as well as amenities that are once viewed as luxuries but are now seen as necessities, such as dishwashers and air-conditioning.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Instead, many were opting to take a helicopter straight from base camp to the amenities of the Nepali capital Kathmandu.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Frank Stella’s Polish Village reliefs and Maarten Baas’ Grandfather Clocks are among the signature pieces, and guided art walks run alongside rotating exhibitions in The Gallery.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2026
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His pieces include solid wood chairs with a deliberately rudimentary, almost minimal design, integrating ornamental elements such as marquetry panels or tin bas-reliefs into their backs, legs or seats.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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While historic details are celebrated, modern updates have been added, too, including aesthetic luxuries like hallways perfumed with a proprietary scent from Naxos Apothecary.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
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Shoppers came for staples like flour, sugar, and salt; tools and hardware; fabric and clothing; kerosene for lamps; and occasional small luxuries like candy, tobacco, or coffee—items otherwise difficult or impossible to obtain, Koehn says.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
Verb
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For those who aren’t quite ready to position their pectorals in this way, Mason assures his pieces can be worn buttoned up, too.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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That assures that their rural concerns will get no more attention in Congress than Black Louisianans will receive in a state dominated by conservative white voters.—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
15 May 2026
Noun
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All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
19 Mar. 2026
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Think loyalty program benefits, elevated dining, extensive amenities, and conveniences such as room service, late-night dining options, and an on-site spa.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Fabri has helmed the group since 2000 and has developed a reputation for revitalizing underutilized properties, transforming them into contemporary luxury destinations with modern conveniences.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Alamo does not like the idea, even if Bishop reassures him that Maddy is probably genuine in her intentions, unlike Alamo’s other business partners.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
18 May 2026
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Her Orthodox priest reassures her that nobody is without sin.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Comforts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforts. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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