as in to soothe
to free from distress or disturbance
attempting to salve her conscience, she anonymously sent the store a sum of cash sufficient to cover the merchandise she had shoplifted
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Recent Examples of salve
Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
In the end, however, that unusual arrangement failed to salve Britain’s wariness about how the Chinese government could use Huawei’s equipment.
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Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
19 May 2026
Those numbers came as a salve for the broader equity market, in which gains are being increasingly concentrated in semiconductors and AI infrastructure stocks, suggesting the current equity boom may have a weak foundation.
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Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Verb
Hizzoner should help salve the wounds, some of them caused by his own reckless statements and lack of compassion for some specific constituents.
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Voice Of The People,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
In the end, however, that unusual arrangement failed to salve Britain’s wariness about how the Chinese government could use Huawei’s equipment.
—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
The charming movie, releasing Friday, May 22, should be a salve for longtime fans, and a smart grab for new ones who aren’t invested in the tangled, increasingly tedious lore of the Skywalker family.
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John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
19 May 2026
Those numbers came as a salve for the broader equity market, in which gains are being increasingly concentrated in semiconductors and AI infrastructure stocks, suggesting the current equity boom may have a weak foundation.
—
Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salve
Verb
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Share a meaningful story with a mentor or a relative far away, because seeing the bigger picture can soothe worries and recenter your priorities.
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The Pineapple Punch Hydrating Face Mask is a single-use, two-piece yellow hydrogel mask infused with ingredients that deliver hydration and soothing benefits.
Noun
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Veteran creatives who helped launch the musical reunite on tour, describing the show’s glittering escapism as a balm for audiences in anxious, overwhelming times.
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Once dense and lumpy, the balm is now a silky and lush oil that melts away impurities while leaving my skin hydrated.
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As the situation in the south has calmed under a tentative truce, Hamza is waiting for the animals’ owners to return and reclaim them.
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The city is recommending zoning regulations that fall in line with state statute while trying to calm residents who are worried data centers will overwhelm resources like water and energy and impose on their quality of life.
Noun
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The celebration included dual Zac Posen custom designs – DeGeneres in a cream vest and slacks, de Rossi in a tuxedo halter top and baby pink tulle skirt – plus an all-vegan menu, and it was officiated by self-help author and friend Wayne Dyer.
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Seashells, pearls, and gold chrome look surprisingly subdued, thanks to shades of cream and white.
Verb
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One concern on Wall Street is that AI models that quickly compose code might threaten mature software companies.
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Earlier this month, a bipartisan bill introduced in the House proposed establishing an independent commission composed of 13 members appointed by leaders in Congress and the president.
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As co-creator (with series director Jeff Schaffer, a Curb and Seinfeld alum) and star, David casts himself as the fly in many historical ointments.
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EltaMD originated in 1800s rural Switzerland as an ointment provider, and this rich legacy of healing has continued in the form of its high-performing, medical-grade formulas that are trusted by doctors and legions of celebrity fans alike.
Verb
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Despite the belligerents’ massive wartime potential, populations and policymakers were lulled into a false sense of control.
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Exhausted parents may also be lulled to sleep by the ocean effects!
Noun
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Clear sunscreen sticks glide across the skin without leaving the chalky white cast that mineral formulas can create, and their solid texture means less dripping or rubbing than a lotion.
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The lotion is free of parabens and phthalates and is safe for all skin types, according to the brand.
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“Salve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salve. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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