calming

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The 16-year-old, from Edgmond, finds bees have made a "nice, calming environment" for her and is looking to do more when she leaves school.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

His late cat Blackie was a “sage and genius” with a calming “triple purr.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Each person sat alone in a room while listening to either calming or unsettling music.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

Microsoft CFO Amy Hood says the company is confident that its investments in artificial intelligence will pay off, seemingly calming some investor concerns about the company’s massive capital spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Lloyd was all eyes, shifting around to see better until Dad laid a calming hand on him.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck