soft words
Example Sentences
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They appear to have given little thought to the terrible consequences for innocent people when soft words are offered as a substitute for tough but necessary action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026
Sometimes the brothers need attention separately, and Sarah and Keith will pick one up with a smile and soft words.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 26, 2021
After a nurse carefully bundles an infant, he’ll sit in a lounge chair and hold the newborn close as he sings comforting lullabies and offers soft words of praise.
From Washington Post • Jan. 10, 2020
Rita prepares meals and offers soft words of encouragement to anxious guests while operating a wig business that is quite convenient for visitors who love nothing more than doing makeovers on one another.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2016
"Well, as to that, some gave me soft words and some blunt, some made excuses, some promises, some only lied."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
