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as in comforting
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the consolation of the grieving family by their pastor
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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the consolation that our favorite foods give us when we're having a bad day
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Recent Examples of consolation
In many competitions in the past, the third-place match was considered a consolation contest.
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Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Some parishioners reported genuine consolation; others denounced the hologram as a carnival stunt.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2025
The report offers no solutions or consolations on the matter.
—Zoe Pearl, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2025
But the finding was no consolation to animal-rights activists, who freshly condemned New York City’s carriage horse industry after Lady’s death.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 10 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for consolation
Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Some parishioners reported genuine consolation; others denounced the hologram as a carnival stunt.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2025
The report offers no solutions or consolations on the matter.
—Zoe Pearl, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2025
But the finding was no consolation to animal-rights activists, who freshly condemned New York City’s carriage horse industry after Lady’s death.
—Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 10 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for consolation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolation
Noun
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Even so, staff also rely on cold rags and ice vests for relief.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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The relief group stepped up after José Berríos lasted just two innings Tuesday.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Therapists typically encourage clients with OCD to avoid reassurance-seeking.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Well, not hope, but at least a reassurance that real-world business fundamentals still matter in a market obsessed with speculative AI pitch decks?—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The drawstring waist is adjustable and has a stretchy waistband for improved comfort even when pulled tight.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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How the system works Conventional air conditioners rely on vapor-compression refrigeration that cools and dehumidifies air at the same time, a coupling that often forces overcooling and reheating to maintain comfort.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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How Resources Strengthen Innovation Across Teams Ideas need encouragement and resources.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fearing immigration consequences, the woman delayed reporting the attack but eventually came forward with a family member’s encouragement.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Isolated by his cultural disconnection, Daniel finds solace in Ema, a girl who will unearth the Riedels’ dark secrets to him.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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Some guys are finding solace in extreme physical activity with expletive-laden barking from a drill sergeant to reclaim their manhood.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Newsrooms — like many other companies, amid a tight labor market and booming economy — responded with intense sympathy for junior employees who felt mistreated by managers and bullied by untouchable stars.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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And then Zhao gives you a moment of communal outpouring, as the play’s audience responds to a violent climax with sympathy and love.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Dykes said his team was on board from the get-go, and that his players were happy to join other schools’ players in a show of compassion.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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From claims adjudication to care coordination, every process requires balancing cost, quality, compliance, and compassion.—
Rajeev Ronanki,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Consolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolation. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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