consolation

Example Sentences

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As for McDermott, there is some small consolation for being fired.

From The Wall Street Journal

But for those gathered at the ruins of Gul Plaza, this is little consolation.

From BBC

I vowed to work doubly hard the next day, but she took little consolation in that promise, showering me with complaints as heavy as hailstones as I rushed out the kitchen door.

From Literature

Two minutes later Fahd El Khoumisti gave the hosts a consolation goal.

From Barron's

This is what a consolation prize feels like.

From Los Angeles Times