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as in comforting
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the consolation of the grieving family by their pastor
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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the consolation that our favorite foods give us when we're having a bad day
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Recent Examples of consolation
Maybe these dots of Smith’s life somehow will connect one day in a way that makes more sense … and perhaps even offers some consolation.
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Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
The Seleção found itself 5-0 down after 30 minutes, then in a 7-0 hole 10 minutes from the final whistle, before Oscar scored the most insignificant of consolation goals in the final minute.
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Emile Nuh,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Then this year, the base got cut to 36 cents, with a 4-cent top-up thrown in as a consolation.
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Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Alejo listens carefully, occasionally offering a tissue or murmuring consolations.
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Megan Greenwell,
Bloomberg,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for consolation
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
The Seleção found itself 5-0 down after 30 minutes, then in a 7-0 hole 10 minutes from the final whistle, before Oscar scored the most insignificant of consolation goals in the final minute.
—
Emile Nuh,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Then this year, the base got cut to 36 cents, with a 4-cent top-up thrown in as a consolation.
—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Alejo listens carefully, occasionally offering a tissue or murmuring consolations.
—
Megan Greenwell,
Bloomberg,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for consolation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolation
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This reassurance requires more than just an announcement at an all-hands meeting.
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The sign was welcomed by a populace seeking reassurance as fierce arguments over slavery strained the bonds of union.
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Aroldis Chapman set the major league record for relief strikeouts after rookie Jake Bennett yielded five hits while pitching into the eighth inning for the Boston Red Sox in a 5-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.
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Rodríguez said emergency economic measures will include relief funds for victims and temporary waivers on documentation and property registration fees to facilitate housing relocation.
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Miller, who said the plan for the team was to keep playing next season, even without access to the state playoffs, tried to offer consoling words.
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The chili brings the comfort-food feel, while the red link gives it a little more kick and personality than your regular dog.
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Plus, the 100 percent cotton fabric provides cooling comfort and airflow, while remaining luxuriously soft and cozy.
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Given the scale of what happened, even baseball can bring only so much solace.
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Highland Clerk-Treasurer Mark Herak offered solace to all those affected.
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Once all but deserted, the town experienced a revival in 1965, when artists and musicians began to flock there after encouragement from the Yugoslav government.
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Alexandria government roasted for absurd anti-fireworks tweet The government of Alexandria tweeted Wednesday a blunt warning about fireworks — and encouragement to snitch on your neighbors.
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Jones has an enormous amount of sympathy for his father, who was totally in over his head.
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After Kean’s statement, Representative Ritchie Torres, who has spoken about his own treatment for depression, expressed sympathy but argued that long absences from public office deserve explanation.
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Upon Paula’s release, Karl picks her up and is his usual confusing shamble of one part compassion and two parts boundaries.
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Will Americans embrace vulnerability with compassion, or perpetuate stigma?
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“Consolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolation. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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