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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
Poly Prep Country Day 2: Travis Friend had two RBIs in La Mirada’s consolation win in North Carolina.
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The most notable other thing to happen on Thursday was Arizona State's Richard Figueroa, the reigning national champion from 2024, fell, forcing him into the consolation bracket.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
But the fact the bottom of the East is likely too horrendous to Miami to fall out of the play in is of little consolation during the longest losing streak of Erik Spoelstra’s career.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
Some accounts indicate Tucson favored the capital, but member C.C. Stephens sought the school as a consolation after poor weather prevented him from reaching the legislature before most of the dealmaking concluded, including an agreement to not move the capital.
—Jeremy Duda, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The most notable other thing to happen on Thursday was Arizona State's Richard Figueroa, the reigning national champion from 2024, fell, forcing him into the consolation bracket.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
But the fact the bottom of the East is likely too horrendous to Miami to fall out of the play in is of little consolation during the longest losing streak of Erik Spoelstra’s career.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
Some accounts indicate Tucson favored the capital, but member C.C. Stephens sought the school as a consolation after poor weather prevented him from reaching the legislature before most of the dealmaking concluded, including an agreement to not move the capital.
—Jeremy Duda, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolation
Noun
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With a subtle widening of his eyes and smiling curl of his lips, Denzel Washington conveyed a sense not of fear but of relief—that the martyrdom Malcolm had so long envisioned had finally come.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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The risk to borrowers’ credit scores dates back to policy decisions made when former President Joe Biden's administration resumed federal student loan payments after a period of relief that had been enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
2 May 2025
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Councilman Larry Roth asked Knapp for reassurance that the city’s role is only to assist ICE when called upon to do so.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2025
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The act of dragging her owner to her birthing box so that she can be petted there is likely her way of seeking reassurance and comfort.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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With mobile physician care available, patients can receive care in the comfort of their own homes, reducing anxiety and stress associated with doctors' offices and travel.—
Paulina Wierzbicka,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Like a standalone vacation rental property or timeshare, each unit offers all the comforts of home.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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His 56 percent share of on-ice shot attempts offers encouragement, but Lowry needs to find a better way to help. 4.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Howard — a former pro wrestler with his own extensive résumé — has been instrumental in Stark’s journey, offering encouragement and guidance both inside and outside the ring.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Maybe finding solace in a TV show isn't exactly a revolutionary idea.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Trout has also been hitting the ball hard, although some fans understandably take no solace in that.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
21 Apr. 2025
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Dutton's hardline rhetoric, including sympathy for Trump's style of politics and calls for closer ties with like-minded nationalist leaders, has unnerved moderate voters.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Apr. 2025
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr, issued a statement expressing sympathy with the victims and their families.—
ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Time,
27 Apr. 2025
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Walmart trains managers to operate with compassion in all customer and employee interactions.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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They were being remembered Tuesday for their humor and compassion.—
Whitney Wild, Jason Hanna and Taylor Romine,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Consolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolation. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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