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soothing

/ˈsuːðɪŋ/ adjective B2
  1. Tending to soothe or mollify. · soothing music
  2. Giving relief. · a soothing ointment
  3. Freeing from fear or anxiety. · soothing words
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“Well, perhaps not,” said Alice in a soothing tone: “don’t be angry about it.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, p. 14 · B2
I have a slight headache and this room is deliciously cool and soothing.”
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, p. 87 · B2
there!” said Holmes, soothing, patting him upon the shoulder.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, p. 94 · B2
Might I trouble you for a match?” He drew in the smoke of his cigarette as if the soothing influence was grateful to him.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, p. 103 · B2

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