soothing
Example Sentences
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The desert can be hot and rough, but Giveon’s soothing baritone is a balm capable of healing sunburns and broken hearts.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
“I’m as surprised as anyone, but my best guess is very strong economic momentum in early 2026, and an oil curve that is soothing credit and equity markets.”
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
But she added the "calming and soothing" nature of the game is similar to what she imagined "people get from colouring books or knitting".
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Tom has a more pressing motive than soothing petulance over illustrations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
Back in junior high, she learned that the long-distance run, tiring herself out, soothing herself with the rhythm of pace, helped the anxiety.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
Vocabulary lists containing soothing
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"Everyday Use" by Alice Walker
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