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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living
a family campground with all the comforts of home
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as in ease
reduction of or freedom from pain
a life of comfort
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as in amenity
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a hotel room featuring an array of domestic comforts
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as in to assure
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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as in encouraging
making one feel good inside
the comforting smell of fresh bread
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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 comfort
Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Remember: successful treks begin with the right gear, so keep scrolling to explore the 14 best tactical hiking pants, leggings, and tights that skip the bulk and maximize performance and comfort.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
The video shows Daisy standing and staring out the window, whining and panting as a shelter member tries to comfort her.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Noun
The Christmas creep underscores our collective desire for traditions and comfort in times that can feel uncertain.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Remember: successful treks begin with the right gear, so keep scrolling to explore the 14 best tactical hiking pants, leggings, and tights that skip the bulk and maximize performance and comfort.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
There’s something comforting about knowing there’s a company in Southern California providing such a wide selection of seeds for growing food and flowering plants.
—Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
The video shows Daisy standing and staring out the window, whining and panting as a shelter member tries to comfort her.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfort
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But the final results of the 10-year study, which focused on cow moose in the Cabinet and Salish Mountains, the Big Hole Valley, and the Rocky Mountain Front, were encouraging, says project lead and MFWP biologist Nick DeCesare.Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
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The defensive ranking is particularly encouraging, as the Packers really struggled on that side of the ball last year.Matt Modi, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Learning and using your physical skills to achieve your goal will be rewarding.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Newsletter Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news Life in the digital world can be rewarding.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
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It’s infused with Korean centella asiatica, renowned for its powerful soothing properties.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024
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Hatch employees worked alongside KFC's food innovation team to record the soothing sounds of frying KFC's new Original Recipe Tenders.Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Oct. 2024
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The state will see sunny and warm temperatures with highs in the 70s, the weather service said.Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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States in this zone include Maine, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and northern areas of Montana. Zone 9 has warmer weather but includes low temperatures from 20°F to 30°F.Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2024
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Thankfully, Black Ops 6’s campaign is immensely more fulfilling than recent ones.Cade Onder, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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Every aspect of your personal and professional life can exist together in harmony, resulting in a more fulfilling life.Brian Bartes, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Part one of season five ended with all of the personal and political conflicts hanging in the balance and will lead to a satisfying conclusion for fans, according to Grimes.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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So, the fact that Charlie and I get to come back and do this with Ryan and the team is very satisfying for me.Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
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Everyone has been so loving and welcoming, and has treated me with so much respect.Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Oct. 2024
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The shelter team and Classic Canines have been working together to promote Big Red, hoping to place him in a warm and loving environment.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
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So that felt like one of the most gratifying things.Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2024
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Set Up Bite-Sized, Gratifying Tasks One strategy is to transform security responsibilities into bite-sized, gratifying tasks.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfort. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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