: tending to soothe
also
: having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly
adverb
soothingness
noun
Synonyms of soothing
Examples of soothing in a Sentence
The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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No dish is quite as soothing as a hearty bowl of chicken noodle soup.
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Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
You might be inspired to organize a corner, cook something soothing, or check in with a relative.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
The formula includes soothing hydrators such as glycerin, dimethicone, and glyceryl behenate, plus antioxidants (vitamin E and C derivatives) to help calm and protect the skin.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
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Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
You might be inspired to organize a corner, cook something soothing, or check in with a relative.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
The formula includes soothing hydrators such as glycerin, dimethicone, and glyceryl behenate, plus antioxidants (vitamin E and C derivatives) to help calm and protect the skin.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for soothing
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothing. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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