as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
reclining peacefully on the deck, lullabied by the gentle motion of the ship
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Recent Examples of lullaby
Natalie Maher, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2018
Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2026
As stars like comedian Trevor Noah, Blackpink's Jisoo, and F1 driver Charles Leclerc shared their favorite Pokémon in honor of their 30th anniversary, Lady Gaga paid homage to the adorable pink character by serenading a delighted Jigglypuff with its lullaby.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
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Verb
The original is lullaby-like in its simple softness and was fittingly featured in Richard Linklater's epic 2014 film Boyhood.
—Natalie Maher, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2018
Noun
But curated with rest in mind, this viewing ritual repurposes Hollywood’s highest stage as an on-demand lullaby of entertainment legacy.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2026
As stars like comedian Trevor Noah, Blackpink's Jisoo, and F1 driver Charles Leclerc shared their favorite Pokémon in honor of their 30th anniversary, Lady Gaga paid homage to the adorable pink character by serenading a delighted Jigglypuff with its lullaby.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lullaby
Verb
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De-stress, increase energy or calm your kiddos with the best Olly has for mood.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Energizing adaptogens tend to work best in the morning, while calming ones often fit better in the evening.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Not that the album can really be divided into ballads and rockers.—
Brendan Hay,
SPIN,
27 Apr. 2026
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Nathan Morris, Wanyá Morris, and Shawn Stockman joined on stage and got the massive crowd swaying to the ballad.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
25 Apr. 2026
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The verdict As if its beautiful beaches and stunning lagoon aren’t enough to lull you into a sense of deep relaxation, Joali Being will stop at nothing to enhance your sense of wellbeing.—
Ann Lee,
TheWeek,
30 Apr. 2026
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The project was about permeating the masses, gradually lulling them with propaganda.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Elsewhere around the state, Patrick’s serenade of Kat was filmed at Seattle Center.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Their mother helped book their first gigs singing serenade covers.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But as more flyers turn to booze to soothe their nerves, the number of aggressive incidents on planes involving passengers has crept up.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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Humectants pull water into the skin, occlusives create a barrier that seals moisture in and emollients soften and soothe the skin’s surface.—
Ryan Brennan
May 5,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 May 2026
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But a growing chorus of theologians, philosophers and bioethicists are calling for more conversations surrounding these procedures and treatments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
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In contrast, her paced, crackling chorus serves as a recognition and reckoning.—
Caitlin Wolper Phillips,
Pitchfork,
4 May 2026
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This tiny trans-Neptunian object, meanwhile, has a remarkably precarious atmosphere perhaps composed of methane, nitrogen or carbon monoxide that is 5 to 10 million times thinner than Earth's, Reuters reported.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Yet, despite the circumstances, the tour operator Oceanwide Expeditions says passengers remain composed.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
Verb
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So, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has quieted some rebellious voices by campaigning for aggressively redrawn congressional maps, Democrats should be aware of how dogged their opponents are willing to get.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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Search revenue grew 17% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2025, quieting concerns over AI’s cannibalizing Google’s core business, and the company crossed $400 billion in annual revenue for the first time.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
6 May 2026
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“Lullaby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lullaby. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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