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as in encouraging
making one feel good inside
the comforting smell of fresh bread
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2
as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
a long comforting soak in a hot bath
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as in reassurance
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the comforting of the sick has always been regarded as one of the major acts of charity
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as in reassuring
to ease the grief or distress of
the first responders did their best to comfort the victims of the terrible tornado
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforting
Adjective
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But what was encouraging about the Sabres’ win is that a few young players who could be important next season stepped up.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025 -
For human surfers and swimmers, the results were somewhat encouraging.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The problem, however, is that Starmer has repeatedly emphasized that his brainchild will only work if the mighty U.S. is backing up the European reassurance force.—
Daniel DePetris,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2025
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Develop self-soothing strategies, address personal insecurities and build emotional resilience so that your well-being isn’t dependent on their reassurance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Working with young drivers like Sally is incredibly rewarding.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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That people are excited to watch and understand Jamie, and try to understand the issue through Jamie, is rewarding.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Known for its soothing properties, the star ingredient, centella asiatica is great for those with rosacea to strengthen the skin barrier.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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The moisturizing strip heats up, providing soothing warmth, much in the same way a hot towel softens the skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Jamie’s lieutenant Bixby eventually reaches the church, assuring Claire that Jamie is bound to come any minute.—
Lincee Ray,
EW.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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But what if the real power for helping people and assuring sensible government went the other way?—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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It’s kept me warm in the cold winter months but has transitioned easily into spring.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For those who miss out, the only consolation may be watching launch video that accompanies the debut of the watch.—
Roberta Naas,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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The narrowness of those setbacks did not provide much consolation to graduate student small forward Selton Miguel.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Holistic solutions for a healthier and more fulfilling life are at the core of BetterMe.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, small behavioral changes can help keep a person with Alzheimer’s engaged in the day-to-day, ultimately setting them up for a healthier, more fulfilling life.—
Alisa Hrustic,
SELF,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Comforting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforting. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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