as in softening
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as in buffering
to lessen the shock of
a substantial nest egg helped to cushion the sudden loss of her job
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Recent Examples of cushioning
Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2025
The sneakers are made with Vionic’s signature Vio-Motion technology, which provides cushioning, support, stability, and flexibility with each step.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
These New Balances even earned a Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), and have a loyal following among runners who love the supportive Fresh Foam X cushioning that has just the right amount of bounce.
—Jennifer Heimlich, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2025
In particular, Dewey calls out its grippy, durable rubber outsole for tackling challenging terrain; thick but stable stack of cushioning; and tough toe cap to protect against rogue rocks and branches.
—Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 3 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Perlman helps business owners make those connections and leverage those state resources, which can provide some financial cushioning while simultaneously improving marketability.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2025
The sneakers are made with Vionic’s signature Vio-Motion technology, which provides cushioning, support, stability, and flexibility with each step.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 Feb. 2025
These New Balances even earned a Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), and have a loyal following among runners who love the supportive Fresh Foam X cushioning that has just the right amount of bounce.
—Jennifer Heimlich, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2025
In particular, Dewey calls out its grippy, durable rubber outsole for tackling challenging terrain; thick but stable stack of cushioning; and tough toe cap to protect against rogue rocks and branches.
—Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushioning
Noun
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And don't forget to tend to your emergency savings, given that having a cash buffer can help in times of financial stress and keep you from raiding your retirement account, noted Transamerica's Collinson.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2025
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Another option that offers even more downside protection are buffer ETFs, which help investors to potentially avoid substantial losses, capping downside risk via options.—
Anna Gleason,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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An iron deficiency may lead to nail changes such as softening and weakness.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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Its intensely moisturizing formula features amino acids that make up the protein keratin (which is key for maintaining your hair’s structure and strength) and hair-softening plant extracts.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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In 1968, an American B-52G Stratofortress bomber, carrying four hydrogen bombs, crashed onto the sea ice near Thule after a crew member started a fire by stuffing seat cushions in front of a heating vent.—
Louise Bokkenheuser,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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Jokic took his seat for the start of the fourth with a 101-99 cushion.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Plus, emollient ingredients help prevent flaking once the product has dried out.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2025
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Thicker consistencies create an emollient barrier on top of the skin, trapping in the heat and exacerbating the inflammation.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
30 Aug. 2024
Noun
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The Future May Be Port-Free Just imagine: no USB-C connector at the base of the phone, with only charging through a charging pad as an option, and with data synced exclusively wirelessly.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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While there is no number pad, Selecting between cooking options is easy using the dial and display.—
Meg St-Esprit,
Bon Appétit,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Here’s what to know about Chief Justice John Roberts and his complicated relationship with President Donald Trump: A history of enabling Trump's legal shield Roberts’ tenure as Chief Justice has coincided with some of the most tumultuous legal battles involving a sitting President.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
19 Mar. 2025
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The photon shields look like an Elizabethan collar.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Beyond his incredible work as an actor, Mason is a genuinely kind and compassionate individual who fosters a spirit of acceptance and collaboration in our theatre program.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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Be calm, be compassionate, be creative, be careful.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Around one-fifth of red wolves meet their end on a bumper, many on US 64, a primary route that vacationers take to the Outer Banks, the picturesque chain of barrier islands that line North Carolina’s seaboard.—
Ben Goldfarb,
Vox,
14 Mar. 2025
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The front bumper of the suspect’s car was damaged, according to police.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Cushioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushioning. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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