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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the kind words brought a little solace to the grieving widow
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as in consolation
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the selfless solace of the sick by the workers at the hospice
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as in to comfort
to ease the grief or distress of
counselors did their best to solace the bereaved children
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as in to amuse
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
I solaced myself with a book while I waited for the bus
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Recent Examples of solace
Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025
That gave Seitz some solace – that her daughter may have stopped a friend from dying by suicide.
—Jolene Almendarez, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
Brenda Wineapple, WSJ, 25 Oct. 2018
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Noun
Adults who found solace in this vintage counterculture during their youth may gravitate toward it again (in a slightly more sophisticated way) for their interior design.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025
That gave Seitz some solace – that her daughter may have stopped a friend from dying by suicide.
—Jolene Almendarez, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
Having left her 1-year-old daughter, Millicent, in Washington with her parents, Mabel solaced herself with the bustle of dinners, carriage rides, musicales and games of whist mainly organized by the town’s eminent couple, Susan and Austin Dickinson.
—Brenda Wineapple, WSJ, 25 Oct. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solace
Noun
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Martha Stewart’s Miles Anti-Fatigue Mat has a spongy texture that provides relief for the feet, back, and leg joints during long periods of standing in the kitchen.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Nothing came of that rally, but Garrett Whitlock made sure the game remained knotted, holding the Rangers to one single over two dominant innings of relief in his first appearance since undergoing internal brace surgery on his right elbow last spring.—
Mac Cerullo,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That’s small consolation at a time when emissions need to not just slow down but actually decline in order to avoid some of the worst effects of climate change.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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But this reward would be no consolation to the coaches and players who are getting embarrassed.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Huckleberry Cobbler is a true surprise with a burst of wild berries and comforting spice, weaving together bright sweetness, tart Huckleberry, and rich streusel flavors.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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This cozy scent wraps you in a warm, comforting aroma.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Skip them all and grab The Creative Entrepreneur, a compendium of advice from 10 industry titans whose insights will inform, amuse, and inspire you.—
airmail.news,
airmail.news,
15 Mar. 2025
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Writer by day, Comic by night, who aims to inform, inspire, and amuse.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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After encouragement from several key players in conversations over the winter, Baldelli implemented the idea this spring.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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With encouragement from her daughter, Hannah (played by Abby Ryder Fortson), Maggie embarks on a journey of self-discovery, ultimately learning to love herself and to treat those around her with greater kindness.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Android-maker has already expanded Play Protect to assure apps from any source, and says this will now be strengthened.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Canepa assured the public the board, despite working closely with Callagy, would treat the claim objectively.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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As Von Teese straps on a new corset and Christian Louboutin heels, her fleet of fast-tapping dancers entertain the audience.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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While older teens might appreciate its message about family and independence, younger kids will likely be more confused than entertained.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
26 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Develop self-soothing strategies, address personal insecurities and build emotional resilience so that your well-being isn’t dependent on their reassurance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The problem, however, is that Starmer has repeatedly emphasized that his brainchild will only work if the mighty U.S. is backing up the European reassurance force.—
Daniel DePetris,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Solace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solace. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.
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