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comforted

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verb

past tense of comfort

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforted
Verb
  • The Canadiens had already reached that modest goal weeks ago, but a 4-1 win Tuesday night against the Detroit Red Wings all but assured them of reaching a far more challenging goal of making the playoffs for the first time since 2021.
    Arpon Basu, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The process begins with a bit of grating, but rest assured that this is the most labor-intensive step of the 30-minute recipe.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The result is a highly affecting film unafraid to exact an emotional toll.
    Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025
  • Invest in leaders who are equipped and unafraid to make the ask. - Patricia McIlreavy, Center for Disaster Philanthropy Forbes Nonprofit Council is an invitation-only organization for chief executives in successful nonprofit organizations.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Verb
  • Beating this mentality truly lies in the entrepreneur’s mindset and can be soothed by a few critical steps.
    Sean Gould, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Although both involve shedding, dryness occurs when there’s a lack of moisture and usually can be soothed with hydrating products.
    Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Naturally, the truth does eventually come out at the reception, but Samantha still puts on a brave face for her friends.
    Megan McCluskey, Time, 30 May 2025
  • Tielemans has mastered the balance, being brave in wanting the ball whatever the situation or stadium while never willingly giving ground to an opponent.
    Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • In her courageous testimony, Ventura described the myriad means by which Combs achieved and maintained power and control over her during their decade-long relationship.
    Elizabeth Geddes, Rolling Stone, 23 May 2025
  • While there are many other ways to foster courageous leadership, these three are evergreen.
    Quang X. Pham, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
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“Comforted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforted. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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