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To have provided physiological relief
“The sweetness of the flower that had become a part of Marion herself might soothe the pain of his final moment on earth.”
Past tense for to calm or lull one who is distraught, emotional or excited
“A subtle noise is made by both men and women to soothe the child to sleep, a sound like the soughing of the wind through the pines.”
Past tense for to relieve the distress or suffering of
“He cannot succeed in being a man for his wife, because he does not know how to soothe her anguish.”
Past tense for to reduce the intensity or severity of
“Kayla felt like her mouth was on fire, and longed for a piece of bread or something to soothe the heat.”
Past tense for to free from fear, doubt or anxiety
Past tense for to tranquilize by giving a sedative
Past tense for to calm or compose oneself after being tense or over-excited
Past tense for to touch or stroke gently or lovingly
Past tense for to treat someone medically, as a doctor would
Past tense for to persuade someone to do something
Past tense for to act as a mediator between two parties
Past tense for to free (someone or oneself) from disturbance or agitation
Past tense for to feel sorrow for the misfortunes of
Past tense for to praise or flatter
No longer feeling distressed or anxious
In a state of comfort and relaxation
Having one's feelings and expression under control
Lessened or abated in severity or intensity
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