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 During their wedding, Ann goes off script and expresses her reservations — even as John tries to reassure her. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026 So far, these turnaround efforts have failed to reassure investors. — John Cassidy, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026 Deputies checked, found all was well at the home, and reported back to reassure him, records show. — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026 That strategy—adding explicit advice to the reassurance—may be the fix that allows doctors both to reassure and persuade patients to stick with a treatment protocol. — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reassure

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While there are not yet dates set, City Council and staff assured that there would be ongoing community input over the next year to ensure residents are involved with the process.

— Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
Getting to East Lake all but assures a spot in all four majors.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026

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These natural waters flow from the earth, carrying muscle-soothing minerals; soaking in them is the best way to end a day spent exploring the destination, which is a true hub for outdoor adventure.

— Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026
Back in South Korea, the skin-care brand has already made a name for itself with its soothing mung bean formulas, which have racked up awards from major K-beauty platforms like Hwahae and, of course, Olive Young.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

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