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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
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
In Ray’s bare-bones house, spotless and white and lacking any of the familiar comforts that make Colin’s life with his parents so cozy, there is a guy who reads contemporary auto-fiction who needs little reading glasses to do so.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
At the base of the mountain, the historic Fairmont Tremblant blends rustic elegance with modern comforts like its Moment Spa, outdoor hot pools, and a contemporary French restaurant serving warming bouillabaisse.
—Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
The soldiers had access to basic amenities and comforts.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
The final product is a Southwestern desert vibe with a luxe, Palm Springs twist; effortlessly blending sepia photos, raw materials, colorful decor, and contemporary comforts.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
Familiar comforts may be one of many factors driving the resurgent Olympics performance of Brignone and the rest of her Italian teammates.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 20 Feb. 2026
In an interview with NBC News last week, the family described days that blurred together as the children grew listless, with little to do and few familiar comforts.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
Shot with devotion by DP Hélène Louvart, frame after frame looks like it’s been ripped from the pages of a fashion magazine that someone like Anna might occupy herself with, eternally bored by the rich comforts that their prison-like home provides.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 15 Feb. 2026
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
In one of the most raw and intimate scenes from the entire season, Ruby comforts a grieving James in the darkness of his bedroom.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 28 Nov. 2025
Elsewhere, Nina finishes reading the book and then comforts her baby.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2025
Noun
Within this inspirational setting, F ZEEN ATHENS offers guests the comforts and facilities that befit a top-of-the-line city hotel.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
In Ray’s bare-bones house, spotless and white and lacking any of the familiar comforts that make Colin’s life with his parents so cozy, there is a guy who reads contemporary auto-fiction who needs little reading glasses to do so.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
At the base of the mountain, the historic Fairmont Tremblant blends rustic elegance with modern comforts like its Moment Spa, outdoor hot pools, and a contemporary French restaurant serving warming bouillabaisse.
—Jonny Bierman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
The soldiers had access to basic amenities and comforts.
—Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
The final product is a Southwestern desert vibe with a luxe, Palm Springs twist; effortlessly blending sepia photos, raw materials, colorful decor, and contemporary comforts.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
Familiar comforts may be one of many factors driving the resurgent Olympics performance of Brignone and the rest of her Italian teammates.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 20 Feb. 2026
In an interview with NBC News last week, the family described days that blurred together as the children grew listless, with little to do and few familiar comforts.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
Shot with devotion by DP Hélène Louvart, frame after frame looks like it’s been ripped from the pages of a fashion magazine that someone like Anna might occupy herself with, eternally bored by the rich comforts that their prison-like home provides.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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
In one of the most raw and intimate scenes from the entire season, Ruby comforts a grieving James in the darkness of his bedroom.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 28 Nov. 2025
Elsewhere, Nina finishes reading the book and then comforts her baby.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforts
Noun
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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
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Over three nights, hundreds of drivers in both Super Late Model and Open Wheel Modified divisions will battle through prelims on Thursday and Friday, including hot laps, heat races, consolations, and qualifiers, to earn a spot in Saturday’s high-stakes finale.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The hotel's 28th floor houses the first JW Mindful Floor, featuring nine Mindful rooms, stocked with wellness amenities such as bath ritual sets and journaling notebooks.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Buying in to One&Only Mandarina also gives you access to the resort’s amenities.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2026
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The houses below are famously adorned with colorful reliefs that recount the history of each owner’s family.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
15 Feb. 2026
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From the old mail chute in the lobby to the original grand marble portrait reliefs on the ornate curving staircase, attention to historical preservation adds charm in all the public—and even not-so-public—spaces, like the basement bank safe where the original Coca-Cola recipe once resided.—
Su-Jit Lin,
Southern Living,
27 Dec. 2025
Noun
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But both Brink and Foligno are luxuries.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The luxuries afforded to the modern consumer are easily taken for granted, but behind every hotel stay and restaurant meal, there's an intricate network of trade.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If these pipeline projects are revivified, Takaro assures me, a new resistance movement, led primarily by Indigenous organizers, is almost certain to spring up once again to combat them.—
Robert Moor,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
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Though Charley assures her that their friendship is fine, Salley says that their friendship is not fine and that she’s being lied to.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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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
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Hints, counsels, warnings, remonstrations, even encouragements are, in the end, of limited value.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Oct. 2025
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So many manufacturers now include the lavish conveniences commonly found in ultra luxury brands.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
22 Feb. 2026
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Here’s something for those in the market for a car that combines the looks of yesterday with the conveniences of today.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Porcelain tile also offers long-term durability, which reassures buyers.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
3 Mar. 2026
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Structure helps families know what a successful relationship looks like and reassures parents that boundaries will be honored.—
Halona Black,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Comforts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforts. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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