reassure
verb
re·as·sure
ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r 
reassured; reassuring; reassures
1
: to assure anew
reassured him that the work was on schedule
2
: to restore to confidence
felt reassured by their earnest promise to do better
3
: reinsure
Examples of reassure in a Sentence
Experts reassured the public that the accident wouldn't happen again.
I tried to reassure myself that the children were safe.
The news didn't reassure him.
Recent Examples on the Web
The bustling crowd of eager eaters, many of whom likely have no idea this bracket exists, should reassure you that Workingman’s Friend will be just fine.
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The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Having women at the helm may therefore reassure regulators and ensure better compliance.
Repair Relationships With Airlines
Having a woman at the head of Boeing’s top team could also enhance its relationship with the airlines.
—Corinne Post, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Ventilated disc brakes on all three wheels are tenacious and linear in their application, which is reassuring in a small, lightweight vehicle that maneuvers quickly.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024
The gathering in Boao, held on China’s island island province of Hainan on the South China Sea, is the latest venue for efforts by Beijing to reassure foreign investors rattled by policies that have raised uncertainties for foreign businesses, geopolitical tensions, and an economic slowdown.
—Tian MacLeod Ji, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2024
While all of these candidates have their own strengths and drawbacks, one thing is clear: Ultimately, no matter who is selected, their #1 priority will be to fortify the weakened safety culture and reassure airline customers, regulators, and the flying public that Boeing is once again trustworthy.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 27 Mar. 2024
What does a reassuring conversation with a child about cancer look like?
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 26 Mar. 2024
Immediately after, Barbell reassured Klinzing and explained that his plan was not a betrayal, but rather, a way to guarantee both of their safety.
—Journal Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2024
On Thursday, Caro boarded the old van as usual, but Gabriel was not reassured.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2024
The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Having women at the helm may therefore reassure regulators and ensure better compliance.
Repair Relationships With Airlines
Having a woman at the head of Boeing’s top team could also enhance its relationship with the airlines.
—Corinne Post, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Ventilated disc brakes on all three wheels are tenacious and linear in their application, which is reassuring in a small, lightweight vehicle that maneuvers quickly.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024
The gathering in Boao, held on China’s island island province of Hainan on the South China Sea, is the latest venue for efforts by Beijing to reassure foreign investors rattled by policies that have raised uncertainties for foreign businesses, geopolitical tensions, and an economic slowdown.
—Tian MacLeod Ji, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2024
While all of these candidates have their own strengths and drawbacks, one thing is clear: Ultimately, no matter who is selected, their #1 priority will be to fortify the weakened safety culture and reassure airline customers, regulators, and the flying public that Boeing is once again trustworthy.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 27 Mar. 2024
What does a reassuring conversation with a child about cancer look like?
—Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 26 Mar. 2024
Immediately after, Barbell reassured Klinzing and explained that his plan was not a betrayal, but rather, a way to guarantee both of their safety.
—Journal Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2024
On Thursday, Caro boarded the old van as usual, but Gabriel was not reassured.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2024
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“Reassure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reassure. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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reassure
verb
re·as·sure
ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇(ə)r
1
: to assure again
2
: to give fresh confidence to : free from fear
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