as in stroked
to praise too much
a candidate who knows that you have to massage the voters if you want to get elected
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Recent Examples of massaged
Cornerback Darnay Holmes, suffering from a thigh cramp and desperate to return to the game in the final minutes, pulled down his uniform pants — exposing his backside — while a trainer vigorously massaged the area.
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Michael Silver, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Some bridesmaids prayed, others massaged her head, while others burned Palo Santo and turned to natural remedies.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Next to them, a blond, fit-looking woman, seated alone on a mat with crutches beside her, massaged herself, kneading muscles with her hands and using a scarf to help stretch her legs.
—Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
In order to get the best results, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin in the evening, gently massaged in until it’s fully absorbed.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This whole thing seems staged, planned, finagled, massaged, bamboozled, lollygagged, and all sorts of other long, silly-sounding words that may not necessarily apply to this situation.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2025
Michael Silver, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Some bridesmaids prayed, others massaged her head, while others burned Palo Santo and turned to natural remedies.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Next to them, a blond, fit-looking woman, seated alone on a mat with crutches beside her, massaged herself, kneading muscles with her hands and using a scarf to help stretch her legs.
—Sarah Larson, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
In order to get the best results, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin in the evening, gently massaged in until it’s fully absorbed.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This whole thing seems staged, planned, finagled, massaged, bamboozled, lollygagged, and all sorts of other long, silly-sounding words that may not necessarily apply to this situation.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for massaged
Verb
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The Tigers tied the game in the eighth when Spencer Torkelson stroked a two-run double off reliever Matt Brash, who wound up getting the win.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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But Rivera stroked into center field to end the game.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Great teams lose every Sunday, yet the consistency displayed by the Eagles being led by Hurts is to be commended.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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In a press release, the company commended the work of Söderström and Norström, who became co-Presidents of Spotify in 2023, calling this a development that solidifies the company's new leadership structure.—
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento,
NPR,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The president praised her, along with various governors and lawmakers.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
8 Oct. 2025
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Baker has the burgundy (which are sadly still at full price) at home, and praised the rich hue and similar look to higher-end silk.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Slegers won the Champions League in her first half-season in charge of Arsenal, so there were no boos as her team applauded the 3,023 fans who travelled to Meadow Park — where league phase games of the Champions League are being played as part of an extended partnership with Boreham Wood.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Air Line Pilots Association, the largest airline pilot’s union in the world, applauded the decision.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In a public statement, the group congratulated the freed detainees, their families, and the broader Palestinian community, framing the mass release as a victory for its cause.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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During Monday’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, host Jimmy Kimmel congratulated Rogen on the wins.—
Katherine Schaffstall,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Bake until puffed and set, about 30 minutes.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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Made with soft, stretchy, and skin-friendly materials, this piece is comfy but is classy enough for the office thanks to an elegant neckline, quality craftsmanship, and puffed sleeves.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rhule coaxed a score prediction ahead of the Michigan-Nebraska game from Portnoy.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Fischer and Leonberg coaxed out Indy’s performance themselves.—
Laura Martin,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The fundamental truth that Madrid look a long way from finding their best, have many problems to deal with, and that recent results perhaps flattered Alonso’s side.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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To put it mildly, we’re flattered.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Massaged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/massaged. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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