REASSURE Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

reassure

verb

ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r

Definition of reassure

as in to assure

to ease the grief or distress of tried to reassure her that the dog would come back home by nightfall

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Recent Examples of reassure Furthermore, Chanin reassures parents that college campuses are built around student needs. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 6 July 2026 As first responders worked to get Donald Bellos into the ambulance, his mother could be seen on the body camera footage by his side, reassuring him. — Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 Instead, the study should reassure coffee drinkers that moderate coffee consumption may fit into a liver-healthy lifestyle. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 2 July 2026 Paramount has repeatedly touted the benefits of the transaction, and Ellison has attempted to reassure Hollywood’s creative community by promising to put 30 movies a year in theaters. — Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for reassure

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The three diffusers and two fountains, which the city assured were working properly, also help discourage algae growth.

— Zuri Primos July 8, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
Moreover, passage of such a new compact is far from assured, particularly if the country’s nationalist opposition manages to mobilize effectively.

— Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of assure

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But she was comforted by the fact that, according to Tiger Aesthetics, the donor’s DNA is removed in the manufacturing process.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 13 July 2026
If any member of the family is starting to feel under the weather, whip up a bowl of comforting chicken soup with lemons and carrots to help everyone stay healthy for the rest of the week.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026

Definition of comfort

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The Hot Stone Massage is the ultimate R&R, using warm volcanic stones to calm and soothe aching muscles in a full-body, 60- or 90-minute massage.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
The Lillian Area Rug is both grounding and soothing thanks to its cool blue hue; the intricate Persian pattern adds lots of charm, making the rug look more unique and storied.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026

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