- present participle of cushion.
cushioning
Example Sentences
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While Qatar remains a major supplier, alternative sources have also played a growing role in cushioning the market.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
Mother Mary, then, has just reached her rock bottom, with Sam’s good graces barely cushioning her fall.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026
So that’s what is cushioning much of the initial hit to households from higher gas prices, Skordeles says.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Loh expects Westports’ 2026 earnings could be supported by tariff revisions, cushioning supply chain and freight rate volatility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026
Rows and rows of waiting seats are padded in orange and purple plush cushioning.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
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