consolation

Example Sentences

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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

This is what a consolation prize feels like.

From Los Angeles Times

Brothers said it provides consolation, but not complete comfort.

From Los Angeles Times

But all of that was cold consolation to the visitors, who couldn’t close the deal.

From Los Angeles Times

They had booked the full tour of Parliament but turned up on the wrong day so as a consolation prize are going to watch MPs in action.

From BBC