: tending to soothe
also
: having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly
adverb
soothingness
noun
Examples of soothing in a Sentence
The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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It’s powered by an ingredient called Centella asiatica, which is known for its soothing properties.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
The mattress was extremely comfortable—firm, body-conforming, and had a sense of evenness and stability that was very soothing and calming.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2025
Olivia’s voice was as soothing as chamomile tea (in Coco’s estimation), whereas Nell served up a vocal that was less airy but no less appealing.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 10 Mar. 2025
Cats are a species in the animal kingdom that groom one another, so grooming can be particularly soothing.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
The mattress was extremely comfortable—firm, body-conforming, and had a sense of evenness and stability that was very soothing and calming.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2025
Olivia’s voice was as soothing as chamomile tea (in Coco’s estimation), whereas Nell served up a vocal that was less airy but no less appealing.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 10 Mar. 2025
Cats are a species in the animal kingdom that groom one another, so grooming can be particularly soothing.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soothing
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothing. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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