reassuring
adjective
re·as·sur·ing
ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-iŋ 
: restoring or intended to restore confidence : reducing or eliminating worry or uncertainty
reassuring news
a reassuring smile/response
"Of course you can come," said Kit, stooping to give the child a reassuring hug.—
Elizabeth George Speare
Elizabeth George SpeareCliffs Notes, of course, are those popular little study guides with the yellow-and-black covers emblazoned with the reassuring motto, "Your Key to the Classics."—Glenn Collins
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The windows, which feature energy-efficient tinted glass, sit within deep recesses that help shade the sun while giving the overall building a reassuring sense of solidity.
—Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Perhaps the most reassuring detail for fans concerned about canon fidelity is how much Martin has endorsed this production.
—Ryan Brennan
april 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026
Another important, and possibly more reassuring, signal is the far end of oil price futures.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Indeed, Hole is not the most reassuring detective.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
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Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Perhaps the most reassuring detail for fans concerned about canon fidelity is how much Martin has endorsed this production.
—Ryan Brennan
april 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2026
Another important, and possibly more reassuring, signal is the far end of oil price futures.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Indeed, Hole is not the most reassuring detective.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for reassuring
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“Reassuring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reassuring. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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