as in buffers
something that serves as a protective barrier
put plenty of cushioning around that bottle of wine if you're going to carry it home in your suitcase
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In that situation, shock absorbers ranging from Saudi Aramco’s export pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz to the vast sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) provide the buffers to prevent systemic stress on currency pegs or the banking system.—
Alaa Shahine Salha,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026 -
At the same time, this structure buffers volume expansion, a common issue that causes silicon anodes to degrade over time.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Mar. 2026
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Its 250-gram ergonomic design is built for marathons, featuring breathable memory foam ear cushions that stay comfortable for hours.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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The stools feature plush cushions for more comfortable seating and are designed to slide under the table when not in use.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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University policies and book contracts may offer veils of legitimacy and shields from legal liability.—
Emily Hodgson Anderson,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Florida law shields shooting ranges, specifically, from being sued as nuisances.—
Christopher Spata,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Mar. 2026
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The first week of spring practice has come and gone for coach Tim Albin and the Charlotte 49ers, who put on pads for the first time Saturday morning.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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Sleeping bags were permitted, but not pillows or pads.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Plus, despite pushing through crowds and navigating off slippery rides, the traction, wide platform, and foam bumpers on both sides of the heel kept her feet stable, preventing ankle rolls or excessive stress.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
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Elsewhere, deeper valances and vented sill covers help to smooth airflow, chrome parts—such as the bumpers and grille—are ceramic-coated, and all lights are upgraded to super-bright LEDs.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Cushionings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushionings. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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