consolation

Example Sentences

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Every criticism of the book is anticipated by the author, whose wry critique is little consolation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

If “Sinners” does win best picture, how’s this for a consolation: Anderson, who came into the year having never won despite 11 nominations, will go home with two Oscars — director and adapted screenplay.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

But this is scant consolation for many Americans hit by even a temporary bout of price increases.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

For those who fought for the handgun ban, there is some small consolation in what happened next.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Her biggest consolation would be that Ben and her parents would have immunity from gleaning for as long as Citra lived.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman