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mollifying

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verb

present participle of mollify
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mollifying
Adjective
  • As Shiva, Afshari is a revelation of steely resolve, a pragmatist who holds fast to her conciliatory principles until a final scene that pushes her capacity for mercy to its limits.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Trump offers conciliatory tone after China responds to tariff threat.
    , FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Nevertheless, Ed still idolized Augusta and would grow to become obsessed with appeasing her, according to Biography.
    Yasmeen Hamadeh, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
  • So far, efforts at appeasing the MAGA outrage machine have only backfired.
    Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The maternity concierge serves as a liaison, guiding expectant parents through the multifaceted stages of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, alleviating anxiety and stress while assisting families in navigating the journey.
    MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Aside from the compelling morality of alleviating human suffering, this aid can provide a bulwark against foreign manipulation, the emergence of terrorist havens, the growth of black markets, and other security threats that arise from chronic underdevelopment and economic struggle.
    Don Graves, Foreign Affairs, 24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • And though the interiors are truly the star of the show here, don’t forget to peer through the floor-to-ceiling windows; views of Arthur’s Seat serve as a soothing balm.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2025
  • Designed with wellness in mind, the center’s architecture and amenities, such as natural lighting and soothing environments, aim to support both medical and emotional health.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Perhaps a dog barks too much, a cat roams through the yard, or pets are relieving themselves in unwanted areas.
    Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
  • After, guests sip nonalcoholic stress-relieving tonics together, with ingredients like ashwagandha, at the adjacent bar.
    Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • By platforming industry experts and passionate entrepreneurs, Ducard is helping Pinterest expand into new arenas.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2025
  • But the possibility of a rookie second-rounder helping a hapless franchise to the bottom of the Play-In Tournament is too low stakes.
    Fred Katz, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Taylor – who scored three touchdowns – was regularly easing past defenders, including going untouched into the end zone.
    Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 20 Oct. 2025
  • The Cboe Volatility Index had jumped to a high above 28 at one point on Friday before easing below 21 as stocks moved higher.
    Sean Conlon,Pia Singh, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Break out the slow-cooker for this warm and comforting chili that serves six and stars turkey.
    Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Recent changes are less comforting for Putin.
    Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
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“Mollifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mollifying. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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