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verb

Definition of salvenext
as in to soothe
to free from distress or disturbance attempting to salve her conscience, she anonymously sent the store a sum of cash sufficient to cover the merchandise she had shoplifted

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salve

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noun

as in balm

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Recent Examples of salve
Verb
Hizzoner should help salve the wounds, some of them caused by his own reckless statements and lack of compassion for some specific constituents. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026 In the end, however, that unusual arrangement failed to salve Britain’s wariness about how the Chinese government could use Huawei’s equipment. — Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
Noun
Inspired by Magnolia Bakery’s bestselling treat, the skin salve delivered a mouth-watering aroma and up to 12 hours of hydration. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 The charming movie, releasing Friday, May 22, should be a salve for longtime fans, and a smart grab for new ones who aren’t invested in the tangled, increasingly tedious lore of the Skywalker family. — John Wenzel, Denver Post, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for salve
Recent Examples of Synonyms for salve
  1. soothe
  2. balm
  3. calm
  4. cream
  5. compose
  6. ointment
  7. lull
  8. lotion
Verb
  • Licorice root extract brings soothing and brightening benefits, and a nourishing blend of sunflower, sweet almond, moringa, and rice germ oils, plus shea butter, softens dry skin and seals in moisture.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Don’t forget to soothe your skin with pre-shave gel and aftershave balm.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of soothe
Noun
  • The lineup has expanded beyond its viral multi-balm, too, with lightweight SPF sticks and even a mess-minimizing grinding cleansing balm.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The nourishing balm helps keep lips soft, and it’s sold in a lineup of fun shades and flavors, from Birthday to Black Cherry to Espresso.
    — Grace Scollo, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of balm
Verb
  • Markets have since calmed since that early peak, but prices are still significantly higher than before the conflict and rose again early Friday after the most recent remarks from Vance and others.
    — Alexander Smith, NBC news, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Thom tries to get Robert to calm down, and the two start fighting.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of calm
Noun
  • At Khaite, electric yellow pumps punched up creams and crisp whites.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Beyond the patch, other options for estradiol delivery include pills, creams and sprays.
    — Beth Sobol, Flow Space, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of cream
Verb
  • Expand the Legislative Ethics Commission — which oversees the IG and is composed entirely of General Assembly members — to include public representatives.
    — David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Mishra composed four of the soundtrack’s six songs, sharing the album with Ravi Basrur, Tanishk Bagchi and Faheem Abdullah.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of compose
Noun
  • Waad was treated at the hospital, but the family can no longer afford the medication ointments necessary to help her heal.
    — Diaa Ostaz, ABC News, 24 July 2026
  • The retreat also builds in plenty of time for rest and provides rehydration salts as well as ointments for ostomy care.
    — Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Definition of ointment
Verb
  • In case of emergency, there’s a lyre on the nightstand that lulls him asleep.
    — Brandon Follick, New Yorker, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Crack open the windows (but not too far), let the sound of cicadas lull you into a false sense of security, and try not to pay attention to whatever’s rustling in the darkness beyond the trees.
    — Alaina Urquhart, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of lull
Noun
  • The ones that rose to the top came in lightweight liquid or mousse form and were easy to apply, mixed into lotion or with an application mitt.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 13 Aug. 2026
  • And don’t underestimate the power of a fragrance-free lotion as a base to help lock in your scent.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of lotion

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