: tending to soothe
also
: having a sedative effect
soothing syrup
soothingly
adverb
soothingness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of soothing in a Sentence
The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
the soothing music eventually put the entire yoga class in the proper mood
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Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
With a bright smile and soothing voice, Athie moves like water.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 17 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for soothing
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“Soothing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soothing. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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