SUCCORING Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

succoring

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present participle of succor

as in comforting

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One of her favorites for just that is Avène Tolérance Foaming Facial Cleanser, which takes that minimalist approach with a short list of skin-comforting ingredients, including thermal spring water, niacinamide, and glycerin.

— Sheryl George, Allure, 26 Oct. 2026
Pumpkin Pound Cake Pair this comforting cake with coffee or ice cream—or both.

— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026

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Maryland's Governor Wes Moore, who is endorsing an independent candidate in one key Senate race, joins me here on the studio.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
Alex Wong | Getty Images The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, better known as AIPAC, plans to stop endorsing candidates, making direct PAC contributions and earmarking contributions to candidates.

— Luke Fountain, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026

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Edwards previously pleaded guilty to aiding in the preparation of a false tax return on March 25, court records show.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 29 Oct. 2026
Mercury followed suit later that month, aiding Venus’ soul-searching with its thorough detective work.

— Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026

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Much of Egypt’s society is highly conservative, championing strict moral codes that align with Islamic sharia law.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026
Throughout her life, Huerta was a major presence in California, championing various causes and supporting movements throughout the state.

— Hannah Ruhoff, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026

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The reforms focus on eligibility and work requirements for able-bodied adults, which can also be satisfied by attending school, participating in job training, or volunteering.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
Jenna Luna, who also has two children attending Stove Prairie, said the possibility of losing their school came as a surprise.

— Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026

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Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis, meanwhile, did the heavy lifting for Sacramento, with the shooting guard scoring 28 points and the center facilitating the offense with 14 points, eight assists and 18 rebounds.

— Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
American strategy toward Europe and East Asia has been a steady and cost-effective success, facilitating great-power peace since 1945.

— Charles Kupchan, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2026

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Paying ample taxes in the process and contributing to our city’s hubbub and patronizing our business community?

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
Lee and his Burning co-writer Oh Jung-mi resist what might have been the first instinct of many filmmakers by refusing to make Ye-ji and Sang-woo overly patronizing rich jerks.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2026

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