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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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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 Echoing that sentiment of neutral color preferences, Lichtenstein shares that one of the most popular exterior house colors right now is a soft, warm white like Benjamin Moore’s White Dove or Sherwin-Williams’s Alabaster. Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024 For something different, W.L. Weller Special Reserve also offers a soft, sweet finish that pairs nicely with cinnamon-spiced sweet potatoes. Emily Price, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 Thanks to the soft cushioning on the top and earpieces, our tester was able to wear these for several hours — commuting to work, sitting at a desk, and walking around — sans discomfort or pressure. Jordana Comiter, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024 The Oscar-winning actress wore a white blazer with rounded shoulders and soft lapels. Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for soft 
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Adjective
  • In this gentle novel, an elderly widow finds her solitary routine disrupted by a mouse, setting off a sequence of events that reconnects with the larger world.
    Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Hand-wash-only items can often be machine-washed in a protective mesh bag using the gentle cycle.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • This is the perfect shirt for that effortlessly chic style since the button-down is silky with a ton of movement and a bit of stretch.
    Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Crafted from high-quality stretch jersey, this pair gets the sophisticated treatment, styled next to The Frankie Shop’s slouchy leather bomber jacket, Citizens of Humanity’s silky striped button-up, and a pair of leopard-print flats, also from Toteme.
    Laura Jackson, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Leave enough room that the rice can spread out, and the sock has a floppy, not hard, feel.
    Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024
  • This natural selection for friendliness is thought to have also caused many accidental changes—such as floppy ears, curly tails, and splotchy coats—as well as the ability to make eye contact and read human gestures in a way that wolves cannot.
    Brian Hare, The Atlantic, 14 Oct. 2024
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  • Returning from larger stomping grounds to run one of the state’s most diverse cities is not always the smoothest transition, political experts have said.
    Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Trump thanked President Joe Biden for a smooth transition of power during their White House meeting.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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  • Other checks on Trump’s policy will also be far weaker.
    Daniel W. Drezner, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Each endpoint can be assessed to sniff out weak points.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 6 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
  • 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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  • Underfoot, the flexible sole provides unobtrusive support and a stable, comfortable platform without drawing attention to itself.
    The Editors, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
  • Seating is comfortable for five adults, with the experience provided by synthetic leather upholstery in lower trims, Genuine leather and Nappa leather in upper trims.
    James Raia, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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  • But because pressured waterfowl aren’t easy to fool, hunters have been trying to perfect the art of decoy deception to swing the odds in their favor.
    Alice Jones Webb, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
  • To make this easier, appointments are not required.
    Kff Health News, Orange County Register, 13 Nov. 2024

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“Soft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soft. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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