consolation
Example Sentences
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Finally, in 1884, Queen Victoria, who ranked “In Memoriam” next to the Bible for consolation, offered him a hereditary title.
As a small consolation, the island developed a flourishing tourist economy.
Wales rallied late with centre Eddie James and flanker Aaron Wainwright prominent in attack and replacement wing Grady scored a late consolation.
From BBC
Herzog's tightly policed four day visit to Australia this week was meant to offer consolation to the country's Jewish community following December's mass shooting on Bondi beach that killed 15 people.
From Barron's
Finally, Mr. Muhly’s conclusion, a gorgeous early-music-infused quartet for Death, offers consolation in an ebb and flow that feels like breathing.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
