as in comforting
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the governor's reassurance of the flood victims was seen as opportunistic
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Recent Examples of reassurance
The mathematics of the cosmos provide profound reassurance.
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Shawn Laatsch,
The Conversation,
15 June 2026
Still, the reassurance that both Sullivan and Hafley understand the role that defense has played in reaching and winning Super Bowls gives me more faith that this rebuild is being approached correctly.
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Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Although his firing wasn't mentioned, Ventimiglia did recall his disappointment in the show being canceled as well as Shepherd's prophetic reassurance.
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Kathleen Perricone,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
Together, this conjunction not only heightens our desire for closeness and emotional reassurance but also brings a deep sense of generosity.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reassurance
Shawn Laatsch,
The Conversation,
15 June 2026
Still, the reassurance that both Sullivan and Hafley understand the role that defense has played in reaching and winning Super Bowls gives me more faith that this rebuild is being approached correctly.
—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Although his firing wasn't mentioned, Ventimiglia did recall his disappointment in the show being canceled as well as Shepherd's prophetic reassurance.
—
Kathleen Perricone,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
Together, this conjunction not only heightens our desire for closeness and emotional reassurance but also brings a deep sense of generosity.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reassurance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reassurance
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Maybe these dots of Smith’s life somehow will connect one day in a way that makes more sense … and perhaps even offers some consolation.
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The Seleção found itself 5-0 down after 30 minutes, then in a 7-0 hole 10 minutes from the final whistle, before Oscar scored the most insignificant of consolation goals in the final minute.
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Miller, who said the plan for the team was to keep playing next season, even without access to the state playoffs, tried to offer consoling words.
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These displays of simulated compassion can evolve into romance scams or attempts to defraud beneficiaries out of inheritance money.
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Practicing self-compassion – that is, offering yourself warmth, nonjudgment and understanding during stressful and challenging moments – can reduce anxiety, depression and internalized stigma.
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The heat wave in Milan was a recurring topic of conversation during men’s fashion week as retailers and the press fanned themselves and tried to find some solace from the scorching sun and high humidity.
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For those who see the world as a dark place, the universe seems to offer little solace.
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The Mayor, Council, and the City of Jackson offer our heartfelt sympathies to Brandi, Clint, Cal, Maggie, and the whole Butts County School System.
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The royal household, which has in the past expressed sympathy for all those affected by the case, declined to react to Monday's verdict.
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“Reassurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reassurance. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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