1
as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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2
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living
a family campground with all the comforts of home
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3
as in ease
reduction of or freedom from pain
a life of comfort
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4
as in amenity
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a hotel room featuring an array of domestic comforts
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as in to assure
to ease the grief or distress of
the first responders did their best to comfort the victims of the terrible tornado
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Christopher Murray
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Ultimately, the right choice depends on your pet's age, temperament, medical needs and your own comfort level.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
Blake Toppmeyer, USA TODAY, 31 July 2025
And the way Agnes comforts Ada about grieving Luke.
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2025
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Noun
Just like you, dogs need the comfort of a soft bed and a spacious sleeping bag.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Ultimately, the right choice depends on your pet's age, temperament, medical needs and your own comfort level.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
Stockton playing well would be a comforting development for Georgia, but nothing more.
—Blake Toppmeyer, USA TODAY, 31 July 2025
And the way Agnes comforts Ada about grieving Luke.
—Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfort
Noun
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West Elementary gets the primary relief from LaGuardo.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Little relief will be available overnight as lows only drop into the upper 70s.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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From luxury retail to energy infrastructure, food service to consumer goods, the common thread is clear: The right technology, implemented thoughtfully, can transform challenges into opportunities.—
Lori Thomas,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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New creative directors will show their first women’s ready-to-wear collections at Dior, Chanel, Balenciaga, Loewe, Mugler, Jean Paul Gaultier, Maison Margiela and Carven, reflecting a period of unprecedented creative upheaval amid a global slowdown in luxury spending.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
24 July 2025
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Other amenities include a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, complimentary e-bikes to take out along the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, a fitness center and a grab-and-go market that’s stocked with snacks and gifts from local purveyors and makers.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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One amenity residents and the public will share is a public park.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 July 2025
Verb
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Stability Of Stablecoins Any stablecoin whose basic function is stability with respect to a single fiat currency can only be assured by holding liquid reserves denominated in that fiat.—
Vipin Bharathan,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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He’s earned that chance, but in today’s NBA, nobody is assured of anything. Not even a good guy and a good coach like Jamahl Mosley.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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The two teams that lose in the semifinals will meet in a consolation final, which will take place just before the Patrick Cup championship game.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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San Marcos lost to Holtville in the A Bracket consolation playoffs.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
Noun
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More people are getting outside on trips that prioritize convenience over planning.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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For convenience, Edifier has also included a dedicated headphone jack at the front of the speaker for a convenient way to listen privately.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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While the offerings have a wellness focus, guests are not deprived of indulgences or alcohol.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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For an extra indulgence, passengers can pre-order a vanilla cake and a 20‑cl bottle of Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial for $30.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Teachers tried their best to reassure kids who had seen the rumor through text messages and were afraid to board the bus.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The continued strength of these two measures over the last six months is reassuring.—
William Dunkelberg,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfort. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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