as in calmed
to free from distress or disturbance
the absence of attacks for such an extended period had lulled the nation into a false sense of security
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Recent Examples of lulled
Conversation lulled; the music seemed louder.
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Lauren Groff, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
My therapist’s pressure on my body was smooth, deliberate, and sweeping, like cursive notes that lulled me into deep meditation.
—Maria Yagoda, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
By infecting legitimate websites, in this instance users would be lulled into a false sense of security initially, but the redirect to a fake web store is when alarm bells should start to ring.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Though families are welcome, the mood skews toward romance—this is the kind of place where couples escape to bask in the tranquility of their surroundings, lulled by the sound of the waves and the island's sense of calm.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
After a while, you are lulled into thinking the AI knows all.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
At night you’ll be lulled to sleep by the sound of quietly croaking frogs and wake up to the sound of birds chirping.
—Rana Good, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Like a warm blanket on a cool autumn night, you’ll be lulled into a sense of security that doesn’t end in a jump scare here.
—Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
One concern about this exchange is that people might eventually be lulled into letting AI make vital decisions for them.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Lauren Groff, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
My therapist’s pressure on my body was smooth, deliberate, and sweeping, like cursive notes that lulled me into deep meditation.
—Maria Yagoda, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
By infecting legitimate websites, in this instance users would be lulled into a false sense of security initially, but the redirect to a fake web store is when alarm bells should start to ring.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Though families are welcome, the mood skews toward romance—this is the kind of place where couples escape to bask in the tranquility of their surroundings, lulled by the sound of the waves and the island's sense of calm.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
After a while, you are lulled into thinking the AI knows all.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
At night you’ll be lulled to sleep by the sound of quietly croaking frogs and wake up to the sound of birds chirping.
—Rana Good, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Like a warm blanket on a cool autumn night, you’ll be lulled into a sense of security that doesn’t end in a jump scare here.
—Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
One concern about this exchange is that people might eventually be lulled into letting AI make vital decisions for them.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lulled
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During our interview, Hyman and I talked through my test results, which calmed my anxiety.Angela Haupt, TIME, 4 Dec. 2024
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Things calmed down in the third quarter, but UConn gained the edge in field position and scored the go-ahead touchdown after taking over at midfield.Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 1 Dec. 2024
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More importantly, this cleanser always leaves my skin incredibly smooth, soft, and soothed.Sarah Han, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
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Instead, even sensitive skin is left soothed, glowing and hydrated, thanks to microalgae, pineapple enzymes, jojoba oil and squalane.Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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Beyond his film work, Rahman composed for the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony and has collaborated with artists including U2, Mick Jagger’s SuperHeavy, and Michael Bolton.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Their ability to remain composed under pressure builds trust and stability, empowering teams to push boundaries and achieve shared goals.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Chamberlain was a British prime minister who appeased Nazi Germany during its rise.Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2024
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In some eerie festivals, the dead who return from the other side are to be feared, avoided or appeased to stop them from doing harm to the living.Matt Ralphs, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Lulled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lulled. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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