How to Use soothing in a Sentence

soothing

adjective
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  • The music had a soothing effect on the baby.
  • The stone fireplace is home to the soothing crackle of flames.
    — Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2023
  • Johnson rubbed her back and spoke to her in a soothing tone.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Many first time sailors will find how soothing sleeping is on the ship.
    — James Barrett, Redbook, 17 Aug. 2023
  • These plush fleece house slippers will give achy feet a soothing end to a long day.
    — Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Give them a lovey to hold and turn on some soothing sounds, like soft white noise or a recording of ocean waves.
    — Mali Anderson, Parents, 17 July 2023
  • Note how the soothing blue sofa and the walls match perfectly.
    — Stefanie Waldek, House Beautiful, 14 Aug. 2023
  • For a good night's rest, your best bet is creating a soothing space for a sound sleep.
    — Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 8 Feb. 2023
  • The simple palette allows the eye to rest for a soothing effect.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Guests are served a small yet soothing cup of oolong tea to complete each meal.
    — Maria Geyman, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2023
  • Dutcher tried to offer soothing perspective in the face of a 30-point trip to the woodshed.
    — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2024
  • This one offers three soothing sounds and doubles as a night-light, so that’s one less piece of gear to lug with you.
    — Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 24 Aug. 2023
  • Each are equally as soothing when added to a lukewarm bath.
    — Erin Michelle Newberg, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
  • The effect is stunning and soothing, due in no small part to the notably low sound decibel.
    — Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 29 Aug. 2023
  • Consider green to bring the outdoors in or a deep or pale blue to add a soothing effect.
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2023
  • One ceramist is bringing the messy, yet soothing, hobby into the homes of the moneyed elite.
    — Yael Goldstein-Love, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2023
  • The patios and the cabanas will have a soothing color scheme that mimics nature — think deep browns, beiges, and greens.
    — Jessica Vadillo, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2023
  • But sometimes the act of creating the content itself can be self-soothing.
    — Nylah Burton, refinery29.com, 21 Dec. 2022
  • Some of the best night-lights include soothing extras like sleep sounds or help with bedtime training.
    — Simon Hill, WIRED, 20 Jan. 2023
  • Is there anything more soothing than a glass of milk chilled to the perfect temperature?
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 21 Dec. 2022
  • Flores made sure to console the chimps with soothing words and fresh apples and oranges as they were loaded onto the truck.
    — Los Angeles Times, 26 Nov. 2022
  • Taking a few sips of this tea results in a pleasing and soothing feeling that can last between 4-6 hours.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 17 Mar. 2023
  • Tea tree oil clarifies the skin, while chamomile oil provides a soothing effect.
    — Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Bring the family for a soothing afternoon of music with a picnic in the garden.
    — Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2023
  • This soothing, porridge-like stew of turkey and barley can be served savory or sweet.
    — Andy Baraghani, WSJ, 25 Nov. 2022
  • The key ingredient in its formula is oats, which help provide a soothing feel those with dry and itchy skin.
    — Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 17 Nov. 2022
  • The romantic lyrics and soothing vocals of Marco Antonio Solís have been a staple in the homes of Latinos for decades.
    — Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2023
  • Packaged in a travel-friendly tin, the bars contain reishi and chamomile and are intended as a soothing bedtime treat.
    — Megan Bradley, New York Times, 12 July 2023
  • Everything from classic stripes and florals to soothing pastels and shades of blue are all fair game this season.
    — Monique Valeris, Good Housekeeping, 31 Jan. 2023
  • The video screen is small and centered in the middle of your vision, with a moving background in a soothing sky color rolling along behind the screen to help your body adjust to the movement of the car.
    — Abigail Bassett, Ars Technica, 3 Nov. 2022

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