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as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
spoke to the boy in a soothing voice
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as in calming
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as in reassuring
to ease the grief or distress of
there seemed to be no words sufficient to soothe the bereaved parents
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as in lulling
to free from distress or disturbance
soothed the baby with a bottle
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as in relieving
to make more bearable or less severe
hot tea with honey will soothe a sore throat
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Recent Examples of soothing
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
The sight of the lumbering actor wearing track clothes and sitting cross-legged while listening to a soothing relaxation tape on headphones is priceless.
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Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Maria Yagoda,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Apr. 2025
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
There is Lionel Messi, about to turn 39, doing that soothing finesse finish perfected by millions of gamers, but so unmistakably Messi in real life.
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Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
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Adjective
Seapuri's Scalpy Bubble Tonic is a lightweight foam that delivers a cooling burst of relief thanks to a soothing blend of cica, panthenol, and menthol, while salicylic acid helps dissolve excess oil, flakes, and residue that can leave the scalp feeling congested.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
The sight of the lumbering actor wearing track clothes and sitting cross-legged while listening to a soothing relaxation tape on headphones is priceless.
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Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Noun
This became a soothing refrain whenever there was a momentary, impossible-to-plan-for hiccup (like the arrival time of custom’s agents) shared with the guests.
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Maria Yagoda,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
On its extensive resume are tasks like soothing angry, overheated skin; combatting signs of photoaging courtesy of vitamin C; and preventing moisture loss by way of squalane (an emollient that permeates skin with hydration after salty water or unexpected beach breezes dry it out).
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Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
There is Lionel Messi, about to turn 39, doing that soothing finesse finish perfected by millions of gamers, but so unmistakably Messi in real life.
—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soothing
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Audiences want a quiet, efficient, relaxing, fun, visually engaging, communal experience unavailable at home.
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Patio lights Having warm and inviting outdoor lighting can help set a relaxing evening mood.
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Cancer June 21 – July 22 A gentle calm steadies your choices now.
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Ceconi recommends looking for detergents that are gentle and pH neutral to enhance the preservation of fiber softness.
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At the same time, glycerin, squalane, and tremella mushrooms keep skin comfortably hydrated, while calming extras like bisabolol and Centella asiatica (cica) minimize the chance of irritation.
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But the only peace on Concrète Waves is the occasional pullback, a calming of the storm rather than the coming of a resolution.
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As first responders worked to get Donald Bellos into the ambulance, his mother could be seen on the body camera footage by his side, reassuring him.
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The worry that sunscreen leaves people short on vitamin D has been studied for years, and for everyday use, the findings are reassuring.
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Parsons went on to self-release multiple full-length soundtrack albums of ominous sci-fi pads, glitchy electronics, and lulling melodies before A24 announced the release of a feature-length film.
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The project was about permeating the masses, gradually lulling them with propaganda.
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Malik Tillman was the hero, relieving the pressure of a 1-0 goal lead with just 10 men on the field with his brilliant free kick.
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Healthcare economists say giving people access to preventive healthcare saves taxpayers money in the long run by keeping the workforce healthy and relieving pressure on an overburdened system.
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Sora is all about cooking to preserve memories, especially those of his late mother, believing food should be both comforting and refined.
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One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
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Recreational swimming is not permitted, yet anglers fishing for tilapia, largemouth bass and carp are a common sight along the rocky sides of the soft-bottom areas.
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That first bite delivers the crispy outside with a soft chew of rice, followed by the hot dog.
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soothing. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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