soothed; soothing
1
: to please by or as if by attention or concern : placate
3
: to bring comfort, solace, or reassurance to
music soothes the soul
: to bring peace, composure, or quietude
soother
noun
sooth·er
ˈsüt͟hə(r),
ˈsu̇t͟h-
Examples of soothe in a Sentence
Verb
The waiter tried to soothe the angry customer.
This cream soothes aching muscles.
Her nerves were soothed by a warm bath.
Nothing can soothe their pain.
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Red algae extract draws moisture deep into the skin while adenosine, a naturally occurring component of skin that supports collagen production, simultaneously smooths, soothes, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles over time.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
These elevated areas are designed to soothe, restore, and inspire, featuring sculptural bathtubs, elegant wallcoverings, and more.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Small enough to slip into a weekender bag yet powerful enough to block distractions, this portable sound machine features 15 soothing sound options to help create a calmer, spa-like environment.
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Verb
The serum is formulated with soothing Frankincense as well as pure rose essence.
—Eva Thomas, InStyle, 14 June 2026
Red algae extract draws moisture deep into the skin while adenosine, a naturally occurring component of skin that supports collagen production, simultaneously smooths, soothes, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles over time.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
These elevated areas are designed to soothe, restore, and inspire, featuring sculptural bathtubs, elegant wallcoverings, and more.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Small enough to slip into a weekender bag yet powerful enough to block distractions, this portable sound machine features 15 soothing sound options to help create a calmer, spa-like environment.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
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“Soothe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothe. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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