cushion/soften the blow
idiom
: to make one's disappointment less painful
She was disappointed not to get the job, but the promise of another job cushioned/softened the blow.
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The only way this deal could soften the blow of losing Abel is if the team can convince Chapman to sign a multi-year extension between the end of next month and the season coming to a close.
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Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
Many Republicans now want to create a fund that would cushion the blow of Medicaid cuts to those hospitals.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 25 June 2025
Companies that humanize the layoff process, prioritize responsibility and implement personalized and clear communication strategies can help maintain their credibility and soften the blow of unexpected job losses.
—Nicole Tidei, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
That price drop helps soften the blow of a premium tag, especially since these earbuds are doing more than just playing white noise.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
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Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
Many Republicans now want to create a fund that would cushion the blow of Medicaid cuts to those hospitals.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 25 June 2025
Companies that humanize the layoff process, prioritize responsibility and implement personalized and clear communication strategies can help maintain their credibility and soften the blow of unexpected job losses.
—Nicole Tidei, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
That price drop helps soften the blow of a premium tag, especially since these earbuds are doing more than just playing white noise.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for cushion/soften the blow
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“Cushion/soften the blow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cushion%2Fsoften%20the%20blow. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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