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comforting

[kuhm-fer-ting] / ˈkʌm fər tɪŋ /


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Everything, including the old fashioneds my wife ordered, was comforting and satisfying.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

“It was just kind of one in that moment: She’s my mother and also my director that’s comforting me, helping me through the scene. It worked really well.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

It has enjoyed comforting support at the 50 day SMA since last summer.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

“We feel this gives a more comforting message on the sustainability of future share buybacks even if these are not covered by net surplus generation,” J.P.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

But knowing we won fair and square because we were the better team isn’t the least bit comforting.

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone