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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume
soft music played in the background while we ate
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as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
I like this sweater the best because it is so soft and comfortable
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as in floppy
giving easily to the touch
soft mattresses make it very easy to fall asleep, but they have a tendency to get lumpy
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
looking for a soft job in local government
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as in weak
lacking bodily strength
soft recruits who will get toughened up in the army
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as in weakened
lacking strength of will or character
a soft person who tends to yield to stronger personalities
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as in soothing
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a soft breeze coming off the lake
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as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a warm, soft bed to rest my weary bones
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
felt that his wife had been a little too soft on their son, and that more discipline was in order
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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
it was a lovely soft spring evening
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as in slow
not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily
sometimes I wonder if you've gone soft in the head
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Recent Examples of soft
The pajamas are soft against the skin and have some stretch to fit comfortably.
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Nora Colomer, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
This relaxed, light wash pair is made with organic, breathable cotton that will only get softer with each wash.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
Manu San Felix / National Geographic The Solomon Islands have the world’s second-highest coral diversity, with more than 490 species of hard and soft corals.
—Peter Guo, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
The decrease is attributed to a reduction in overall volume for OEM customers and a general reduction in demand for orthopedic soft bracing products.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Nora Colomer, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
This relaxed, light wash pair is made with organic, breathable cotton that will only get softer with each wash.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
Manu San Felix / National Geographic The Solomon Islands have the world’s second-highest coral diversity, with more than 490 species of hard and soft corals.
—Peter Guo, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
The decrease is attributed to a reduction in overall volume for OEM customers and a general reduction in demand for orthopedic soft bracing products.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Hand-wash-only items can often be machine-washed in a protective mesh bag using the gentle cycle.Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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In this gentle novel, an elderly widow finds her solitary routine disrupted by a mouse, setting off a sequence of events that reconnects with the larger world.Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Bamboo Duvet Cover is also made of 100% viscose from bamboo, and the silky material is also temperature-regulating.Terri Williams, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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But the best part is how comfy the silky material feels against your skin due to the satin lining. Stretch Twill Cropped Pant Sailor pants meet super-soft breathability in the cropped pant.Michelle Mastro, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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London’s Harry Styles event saw 12 foppish men in feather boas, Gucci flares, and floppy haircuts vying for the prize.Raven Smith, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
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Unfortunately, Eddie is such a cartoonish bad boy — could his floppy hair look any more villainous?Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 23 Oct. 2024
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But behind every slick interface and smooth user experience lies a critical, often unseen process: Software Testing.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, milk, apple cider, cream, vanilla, and salt, mixing until everything is smooth and combined, about 1 minute.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2024
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The new medium setting is the Goldilocks of temperatures—not too hot, not too weak, just voluminous blowout perfection in under 15 minutes.Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
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In part, cinema closures during the coronavirus pandemic’s various waves contributed to weak box-office returns across the board, regardless of quality or classification.Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024
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Everyone’s wellness routine could use a boost this time of year—and what better way to take a beat and unwind than with some soothing massage tools or a weighted blanket?Sara Coughlin, SELF, 21 Nov. 2024
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As is this Delft-tile fireplace surround that adds just enough soothing color to the cottage aesthetic.Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
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Save big on the lightweight and comfortable Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, which offer 24 hours of listening time on a single charge.Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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The outer silicone shell is soft and comfortable, with pull tabs for easy removal and adjustment.Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
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Most of these tools aim to make life easier, more efficient, enjoyable, or fun.Hod Fleishman, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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And making the connection between the two icons — Callas and Jolie — was easy.Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Soft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
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