as in conciliatory
tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility
sent his girlfriend flowers as a propitiatory gesture for a date gone sour
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propitiatory
Adjective
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Many European officials have struck a conciliatory tone toward Mr. Trump.—
Jeanna Smialek,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025 -
Advertisement World & Nation Disappointment at border as Trump cancels immigration program Jan. 20, 2025 Sheinbaum, a leftist who took office in October, adopted a conciliatory tone and did not directly criticize Trump.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The 34-year-old Uncut Gems actress has revealed that her current New York home came with a surprise: a benevolent spirit named Beauty, who has taken up residence in the basement.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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In it, humanity’s future has been largely tamed by a brilliant mathematician who uses statistical laws to control human behavior and protect against catastrophic events, ensuring what is supposed to be benevolent and stable rule for centuries.—
Margaret MacMillan,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Naturally, these delicate birds give her life a soothing meaning.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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For wellness seekers, Champagne Beach invites you to relax in its natural jacuzzi, where volcanic seafloor vents create soothing bubbles.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But few discouraging words were heard about Sosa at the Cubs Convention, which is made up of a kinder, gentler group of fans, and a higher percentage of children who think of Sosa and Clark the Cub as similar mythical characters.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025
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God did me a solid on this one❤️. Thank you for all the kind words of celebration and encouragement.—
Gil Macias,
People.com,
19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The riot took place after a Trump speech imploring supporters to march on the Capitol and interrupt the peaceful transfer of power after his loss to Democrat Joe Biden in the 2020 election.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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With a focus on soft, natural tones, sustainable materials and biophilic elements like plants and greenery, this trend transforms hospitality spaces into peaceful sanctuaries.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Xi must know that old societies tend to be pacific and that China is getting old fast.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Choose between two rich colors: pacific blue or yarrow gold.—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
10 Sep. 2024
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“Propitiatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propitiatory. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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