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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
But at this time of year, with the Red Wings quickly running out of runway to snap an eight-year playoff drought, none of that was any consolation.
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Max Bultman, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
May the risen Christ, our hope, grant peace and consolation to the African peoples who are victims of violence and conflict, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Sudan and South Sudan.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
But that wasn’t much consolation, as the 4-0 loss to Max Fried and the Yankees at Steinbrenner Field not only capped a disappointing homestand but further highlighted the inconsistencies and inefficiencies with the Rays offense.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
Bates’ Norfolk Sports Club team was to play Sales Systems Ltd. at 2:15 p.m. Central Time on Thursday in the consolation bracket.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
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Max Bultman, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
May the risen Christ, our hope, grant peace and consolation to the African peoples who are victims of violence and conflict, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Sudan and South Sudan.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
But that wasn’t much consolation, as the 4-0 loss to Max Fried and the Yankees at Steinbrenner Field not only capped a disappointing homestand but further highlighted the inconsistencies and inefficiencies with the Rays offense.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
Bates’ Norfolk Sports Club team was to play Sales Systems Ltd. at 2:15 p.m. Central Time on Thursday in the consolation bracket.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolation
Noun
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Nixon’s resignation, in 1974, must have come as something of a relief.—
Louis Menand,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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Walters moved from the rotation to the bullpen midseason and excelled in the closer role, logging eight saves in 11 relief appearances.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
26 May 2025
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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
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Designed with seasonless dressing in mind, the collection introduces convertible 3-in-1 pieces that offer flexibility and comfort, adapting to evolving weather patterns with ease.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
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The pillow also has a cool-to-the touch outer cover for additional comfort.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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What stuck with her most were the messages of encouragement and the resilience of the kittens themselves.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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In public support of his sister’s health journey, Robert Irwin also took to Instagram to share words of encouragement.—
Sara Vallone,
Miami Herald,
25 May 2025
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No longer can Bret find solace in defeat by going say, 2-for-4.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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Seeking solace in a remote sanctuary, his pursuit of peace is shattered when a gang of petty criminals infiltrates his retreat, holding him hostage in an escalating standoff.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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Back home, Ramaphosa briefly enjoyed a wave of sympathy for remaining composed during what was the latest ambush of a foreign leader at the Oval Office.—
Sizwe Mpofu Walsh,
Time,
23 May 2025
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There’s been an outpouring of sympathy, but also a slew of victim-blaming.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Neither the writer-director — whose influences here include Mike Leigh, Ken Loach and Gus Van Sant — nor lead Frank Dillane, who acts with a nervy volatility offset by insouciant charm and humor, courts our sympathies, even as the film shows unquestionable compassion.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2025
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What makes the company stand out, according to its owners, is a blend of artistry, technology and sense of compassion in the grieving process.—
Jessie Schiewe,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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“Consolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolation. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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