narcotizing

Definition of narcotizingnext
present participle of narcotize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for narcotizing
Verb
  • How will his writing team metabolize the stupefying scene at this year’s BAFTAs into his routine?
    Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2026
  • And because only days before the February 2021 surgery Mahomes had scrambled a stupefying 497 yards behind the line of scrimmage before throwing the ball or being sacked in a 31-9 drubbing by Tampa Bay in Super Bowl LV.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • But alleviating the fear of the Iranian people is not in itself a plan of action.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
  • The National Weather Service said the temperatures are expected to rise above freezing late Wednesday morning alleviating any black ice issues.
    Staff Reports, Hartford Courant, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Chamomile Tea Chamomile tea is soothing and helps relax the gut muscles, relieving bloating.
    Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Packed in six layers is a superior blend of cooling and high-density foam layers that provide pressure-relieving back support.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • For his part, coach Erik Spoelstra has deflected questions about the pairing, with considerable additional mitigating factors in play.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2026
  • That would encourage insurers to re-enter the region and bring premiums down to a manageable level, mitigating the financial risks of braving the waterway.
    Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Recognizing these and other common issues many pregnant and postpartum women experience while using the toilet, Ohio-originating smart toilet manufacturer Uncle Brown engineered a solution that makes using the bathroom a comfortable and relaxing experience.
    Ethan Stone, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Guests can enjoy the inn’s private gardens and one of its four relaxing pools, which were inspired by Hemingway’s nearby estate.
    Teaghan Skulszki, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
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“Narcotizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/narcotizing. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.

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