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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume
soft music played in the background while we ate
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as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
I like this sweater the best because it is so soft and comfortable
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as in floppy
giving easily to the touch
soft mattresses make it very easy to fall asleep, but they have a tendency to get lumpy
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
looking for a soft job in local government
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as in weak
lacking bodily strength
soft recruits who will get toughened up in the army
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as in weakened
lacking strength of will or character
a soft person who tends to yield to stronger personalities
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as in soothing
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a soft breeze coming off the lake
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as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a warm, soft bed to rest my weary bones
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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
felt that his wife had been a little too soft on their son, and that more discipline was in order
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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
it was a lovely soft spring evening
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as in slow
not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily
sometimes I wonder if you've gone soft in the head
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Recent Examples of soft
It's made with silica and jojoba beads for a gentler exfoliation and softer results.
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Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Attractive soft edges and arched shapes are on full display from the top of the space (spy that ceiling feature?) and in every seat in the house.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2025
Set to soft music, the Instagram video opened with throwback photos of Meghan, Prince Harry, 40, and Guy, from the couple cuddling the pup to Guy on the mend with his legs in casts and Meghan standing by a tree with Guy at her feet during her pregnancy with Prince Archie.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Smooth a small amount onto dry hair to revive soft definition in your second- or third-day curls.
—Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Attractive soft edges and arched shapes are on full display from the top of the space (spy that ceiling feature?) and in every seat in the house.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2025
Set to soft music, the Instagram video opened with throwback photos of Meghan, Prince Harry, 40, and Guy, from the couple cuddling the pup to Guy on the mend with his legs in casts and Meghan standing by a tree with Guy at her feet during her pregnancy with Prince Archie.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Smooth a small amount onto dry hair to revive soft definition in your second- or third-day curls.
—Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Nurse and aesthetician Natalie Aguilar, co-founder of N4 Skincare, recommends paring down your skincare regimen to the gentlest products in your regimen that your skin is known to tolerate.Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
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As such, retinol rookies may consider starting with a gentler formulation like this one, which is also fragrance-free.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2025
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Despite the frequent color treatments, Rowland’s hair maintained a silky finish, taking us back to her SoftSheen Carson ads in the 2000s.India Espy-Jones, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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Guests can participate in a chocolate-making class, from toasting and grinding beans into a silky smooth chocolate paste, or join a Mayan cooking class to experience hand-pressing tortillas and making traditional hot chocolate from scratch.Kaila Yu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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On top of her dark wavy hair sat a big, floppy fur hat.Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 30 Dec. 2024
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But now that the floppy hair is gone and the wrinkles have set in and the voice has become gravelly, the persona has been poisoned.Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2024
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The microneedles — infused with phyto-retinol, niacinamide, and green tea — delivered ingredients effectively without causing discomfort, and post-use redness faded quickly, leaving skin smooth and refreshed.Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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This machine features an 18-inch stride and full-motion arm exercisers, offering a smooth and silent ride for maximum comfort.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 9 Jan. 2025
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Of Vegas’ last eight games, six were at home and all eight were against some of the league’s weakest teams.Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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China’s persistently low consumer inflation indicates that China is struggling with weak domestic demand, stoking fears of deflation.Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
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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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With its sweet berry and citrus flavor profile, Sunset Sherbet is perfect for those craving a soothing, candy-like vibe.Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2025
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Right now, temperatures are chilly and nights are long, but winter is the perfect time to cuddle up with comfortable and plush bedding.Shea Simmons, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
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So for me, getting to that place means being comfortable with myself and my surroundings, and often doing something repetitive, like cleaning or shopping.Ron Hart, SPIN, 10 Jan. 2025
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For beginners, starting with a harness made from durable, adjustable, and easy to clean material is key.Sofia Barrett-Ibarria, Them, 8 Jan. 2025
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The tune still reaches millions of people every week—maybe every day—and its unending popularity is easy to see by looking at the U.K. musical rankings.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Soft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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