: 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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Finally, of course, Tepper would recommend pairing any soothing mechanism with actually reaching out to people via text, phone call or even trying to see them in person.
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Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 20 May 2026
They can be filled with a cool, soothing, graceful fern or bright blooms that celebrate the heat of summer.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
Opt for the signature Polynesian massage, which mimics soothing wave-like movements from head to toe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
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Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 20 May 2026
They can be filled with a cool, soothing, graceful fern or bright blooms that celebrate the heat of summer.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
Opt for the signature Polynesian massage, which mimics soothing wave-like movements from head to toe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Olive Greens Olive greens can be earthy and soothing, but the wrong shade can throw off your home’s exterior.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 12 May 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 23 May. 2026.
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