comforting

Example Sentences

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Rice and eggs turn into deeply comforting bowls with chili crisp and greens.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

So, something that survives 25 years and is consistent, and is not changed in any fundamental way, is comforting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

He expects oil companies will take things slow and steady—perhaps not great news for Americans dealing experiencing pain at the pump or investors focused on near-term trades, but comforting for shareholders.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

But I can’t say it’s comforting to be on a cruise when news breaks of a suspected hantavirus outbreak on another cruise line, even if it’s a world away in West Africa.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Yow really have to stop following baboons around and work on the boat, said Mother as Nhamo buried her nose in the comforting bag.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer