as in softening
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as in buffering
to lessen the shock of
a substantial nest egg helped to cushion the sudden loss of her job
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Recent Examples of cushioning
Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Above the outsole, the Court model includes a low-density EVA midsole for cushioning on the forefoot and heel, all supported by a TPU arch technology.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Wearing proper footwear that provides enough arch support and cushioning also matters.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
The Fendi Cover, a sofa with softer and less sharp shapes, was designed by the team, made with a single layer of cushioning and embellished with a leather strap bearing the FF logo.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The Air units provide support and cushioning and look as if they are set on a platform — a look that nods to a 1994 football boot.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Above the outsole, the Court model includes a low-density EVA midsole for cushioning on the forefoot and heel, all supported by a TPU arch technology.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Wearing proper footwear that provides enough arch support and cushioning also matters.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
The Fendi Cover, a sofa with softer and less sharp shapes, was designed by the team, made with a single layer of cushioning and embellished with a leather strap bearing the FF logo.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushioning
Noun
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After the pandemic, retailers started to build up inventory excess as a buffer.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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New York has two power left-handed arms in Max Fried and Carlos Rodon, and Lopez could be the buffer between the two.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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An iron deficiency may lead to nail changes such as softening and weakness.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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Another indicator of a softening economy is Industrial Production.—
Robert Barone,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Regular vacuuming and spot-cleaning between deep washes will help preserve outdoor cushions, says Barnard. 5.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Notably, JPMorgan has added nearly half a billion dollars to its financial cushion, preparing for losses from customers who won’t be able to pay credit card debts and loans.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Plus, emollient ingredients help prevent flaking once the product has dried out.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2025
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Thicker consistencies create an emollient barrier on top of the skin, trapping in the heat and exacerbating the inflammation.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
30 Aug. 2024
Noun
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The launch pad endured a lightning strike on April 27, but SpaceX said the rocket was healthy for the attempt.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2025
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Vrabel put on pads to rush Campbell in the workout.—
Andrew Callahan,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Golden Dome would be very different than Israel's Iron Dome Trump's speech to Congress and his executive order have both referenced Israel's Iron Dome missile shield.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Even her accessories were theatrical—like her spiked Balenciaga dad cap, and futuristic shield shades.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Officials expect about 100 prisoners each year will qualify for compassionate release, Buis said.—
Don Thompson,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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When delivering bad news, be succinct and compassionate.—
Roberta Matuson,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With it, Jeep has taken a four-door Rubicon and chopped off the back half of the cabin to make the bed even bigger and added several pieces of custom hardware, including new front bumper and a roll bar with a four-light array.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2025
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O’Neill Clubs are usually hesitant in handing out bumper contracts to attackers on the wrong side of thirty, and with good reason.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Cushioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushioning. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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