1
as in to reassure
to ease the grief or distress of
there seemed to be no words sufficient to soothe the bereaved parents
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2
as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
soothed the baby with a bottle
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3
as in to relieve
to make more bearable or less severe
hot tea with honey will soothe a sore throat
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Recent Examples of soothe
Indeed, when Uchis turned to music to find solace after her mother’s death, her usual favorites did little to soothe the pain.
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Thania Garcia, Variety, 9 May 2025
At first the conversation soothed me, but the rash kept getting bigger, and the pain worsened.
—Amy Marturana Winderl, SELF, 7 May 2025
To wit: The best skin exfoliators for mature skin take sensitivity and signs of aging into account, working to soothe the skin while smoothing texture and fine lines.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 May 2025
Use gentle motion and touch: Rocking, holding, or swaying your baby can be soothing.
—Jonathan B. Jassey, Verywell Health, 5 May 2025
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Thania Garcia, Variety, 9 May 2025
At first the conversation soothed me, but the rash kept getting bigger, and the pain worsened.
—Amy Marturana Winderl, SELF, 7 May 2025
To wit: The best skin exfoliators for mature skin take sensitivity and signs of aging into account, working to soothe the skin while smoothing texture and fine lines.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 May 2025
Use gentle motion and touch: Rocking, holding, or swaying your baby can be soothing.
—Jonathan B. Jassey, Verywell Health, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soothe
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Their excellent German craftsmanship defines the stereotype, with safety, reliability, and reassuring road manners that come along for the ride.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
16 May 2025
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Now, with Tesla’s EV sales down 13% in the first quarter, the company needs some buzz to reassure investors CEO Musk can turn things around.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Tensions have calmed a bit in recent years, barring occasional clashes along the border areas, Ganyard said.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
10 May 2025
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As silence and stillness calmed the eager world, Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti, overlooking a sea of tens of thousands of teary-eyed viewers in St. Peter’s Square, introduced Catholics and non-faithful to the newest pontiff.—
Gabriele Regalbuto,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2025
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Consult a healthcare provider if dietary changes do not relieve constipation symptoms.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
15 May 2025
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Both federal and local initiatives could help spur more homebuilding, helping relieve the affordability crunch in many regions, Evangelou said.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
15 May 2025
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Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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In the lot, there was a pervasive sense of sluggishness; the discontent and hours of waiting seemed to lull drivers into inaction, even when a seemingly decent ride chimed on their phones.—
Eli Tan,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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If starting a new mental health protocol isn’t your thing, there’s white noise and soothing soundscapes that can stream through the speaker to lull you and your partner to sleep and automatically turn off or stay on throughout the night.—
Anthony Karcz,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Press coverage at the time of Alexander’s death focused in part on her operation of Anger Room, a business in Dallas where customers could alleviate stress by smashing items in rooms made to look like a workplace or a living area.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2025
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This development alleviates pressures on the semiconductor industry, which has been impacted by supply chain disruptions and uncertain business conditions.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Not only are flags placed at every grave, as is done here, but the army assigns a soldier to stand by each grave to comfort the family and to honor their memory.—
Rabbi Steve Roth,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Apr. 2025
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What’s On the Menu The Official Kentucky Derby 151 On-Track Food Menu delivers a mix of Southern staples and polished showstoppers—dishes that are comforting, upscale, and built to last through long race-day service.—
Nasha Smith,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Metal benches are also lighter than benches composed solely of wood.—
Megan Newton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 May 2025
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Forethought underpins the crucial balance between execution speed and staying composed and under control.—
Ryan Lahti,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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“Soothe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soothe. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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