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tried to reassure her that the dog would come back home by nightfall
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Recent Examples of reassured
Jeff Marks,paulina Likos, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Nina Burns, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
But Weiss’ security team wasn’t reassured.
—Elliott Broidy, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
Devens and Christian reassured me, and Emily [did].
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Feb. 2026
Comments under Reid’s post reassured the author that everyone is fine with waiting a bit longer.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026
In the last year, Davis has named new leaders, bolstered campus safety and reassured faculty that UT would support them amid federal cuts to research.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
The two lawmakers, who are set to retire at the end of the year, reassured their counterparts throughout the weekend that there was a new generation of lawmakers coming up behind them that was committed to maintaining, and building new, global alliances.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Feb. 2026
As the rebels closed in on Damascus on December 7, 2024, Assad reassured his aides and subordinates that victory was near, and then fled in the night on a Russian jet, telling almost no one.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
But Chief Executive Officer Sundar Pichai reassured investors that the costs are necessary.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Given the recent weakness in the stock and the broader macro uncertainty, hearing from management left us feeling more reassured in our position.
—Jeff Marks,paulina Likos, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
The district added that it was reassured by the safeguards presented but will continue evaluating its partnership with the company.
—Nina Burns, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
But Weiss’ security team wasn’t reassured.
—Elliott Broidy, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
Devens and Christian reassured me, and Emily [did].
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Feb. 2026
Comments under Reid’s post reassured the author that everyone is fine with waiting a bit longer.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026
In the last year, Davis has named new leaders, bolstered campus safety and reassured faculty that UT would support them amid federal cuts to research.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
The two lawmakers, who are set to retire at the end of the year, reassured their counterparts throughout the weekend that there was a new generation of lawmakers coming up behind them that was committed to maintaining, and building new, global alliances.
—Arkansas Online, 16 Feb. 2026
As the rebels closed in on Damascus on December 7, 2024, Assad reassured his aides and subordinates that victory was near, and then fled in the night on a Russian jet, telling almost no one.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
But Chief Executive Officer Sundar Pichai reassured investors that the costs are necessary.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reassured
Verb
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We are assured that his brain will heal.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
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The team with the worst record is assured of a top five pick.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Officials at Tweed New Haven Airport said flights were impacted by Wednesday’s inclement weather and passengers are strongly encouraged to check directly with their airline for the latest flight information.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
25 Feb. 2026
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Attendees are strongly encouraged to wear costumes and masks.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Instead, Steele's music is driven by connection, when a listener feels understood, emotionally moved, or comforted by a song.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Your dog may just be feeling a bit stressed out and want to be comforted.—
Zoe Denenberg,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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If the first two months of 2026 are any indication, this year will belong to those who are unafraid to be vulnerable, intentional and fully present.—
Becca Brazil,
Rolling Stone,
27 Feb. 2026
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Elite defenses were unafraid of him, the Patriots’ best receiver and an aging player whose best days are behind him.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Miscommunications soothed with a kiss (and maybe even an actually good proposal)!—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Feb. 2026
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That’s thanks to an ingredient list stacked with hydrating glycerin and squalane, plus ceramides and cholesterol that, together, lock moisture in to keep skin smooth and soothed all day long.—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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An estimated 4,300 brave souls took part in the Polar Plunge in Lake Michigan this chilly Sunday, all to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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These three brave men have come to fight for the future of Australian agriculture, to face down a foe the Australian army has never faced before.—
Tom Hawking,
Popular Science,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Johnson, undaunted by the pressure, exudes confidence in his squad's readiness for the challenges ahead.—
Sam Crenshaw,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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The 40-year-old remained undaunted.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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As the United States convulses with violent raids from emboldened ICE agents, citizens across the country have fought back with block-by-block mutual aid.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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In 2012, the Chicago Teachers Union went on strike for the first time in 25 years, a seven-day stoppage that emboldened labor unions nationwide.—
Daniel C. Vock,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Reassured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reassured. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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