as in cabinet
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
a custom-built walnut console holds all of their home-theater components
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as in to comfort
to ease the grief or distress of
the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral
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as in comforting
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the responsibility for the consoling of the families of the firefighters fell to the mayor
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as in reassuring
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as in assuring
to ease the grief or distress of
the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral
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Recent Examples of console
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026
It will be released on May 27 on PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, and arrives on the Nintendo Switch 2 console later this year.
—Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
The man allegedly tried to console the 911 caller and hugged her, the woman told investigators.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
In a way, that’s a consoling thought.
—Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Heads hung low, players consoling one another or screaming obscenities at no one in particular, the care factor off the charts.
—Mirjam Swanson The Orange County Register, Arkansas Online, 22 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Skip the bulky sideboard in favor of a slim console, and hang a mirror to double the sense of space (and candlelight).
—Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026
It will be released on May 27 on PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, and arrives on the Nintendo Switch 2 console later this year.
—Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
John’s cousin, Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza), returns to Mayfair in Part 2, develops a friendship with Francesca and consoles her after John’s death.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
The man allegedly tried to console the 911 caller and hugged her, the woman told investigators.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Certainly, the consoling notion surfaced quickly among the Chiefs after their 28-21 loss to Buffalo on Sunday at Highmark Stadium.
—Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
In a way, that’s a consoling thought.
—Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
Verb
This warm, consoling meal comes together in no time.
—Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Heads hung low, players consoling one another or screaming obscenities at no one in particular, the care factor off the charts.
—Mirjam Swanson The Orange County Register, Arkansas Online, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Adjective
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However, the unique culture of our city often overpowers these inhibitions, and the sight of NYPD officers patrolling as modern-day knights on horseback is a reassuring testament to that strength.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Relations to those who are close to you are warm and reassuring.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The pancakes are fluffy, soft and chewy, the sausage is comforting and the biscuit is probably one of the best in Charlotte.—
Shindy Chen
April 20,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
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This quick-cooking protein is the foundation of so many comforting meals—spaghetti sauce, meatloaf, casseroles, meatballs, tacos, and of course, burgers.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Cozy Winter Lodging Any winter adventure is best capped off by a relaxing evening back at your cabin or resort.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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Self-driving cars are operating commercially in some cities, and a relaxing, productive commute in an autonomous car competes for the same customer an eVTOL is trying to attract.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Its calming, subtly sweet and earthy-yet-spicy fragrance changes the dynamic of any room.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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Herbal options like chamomile may offer mild calming effects as well.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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That warm soothing voice of yours is missed.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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