comforting

Example Sentences

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Sometimes the response is awkward, but often they want to know more, which she finds comforting.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Having money you can take when needed and not have it forced out can be comforting to people,” says Jane Gorham Ditelberg, director of tax planning at the Northern Trust Institute.

From Barron's

That kind of high uncertainty isn’t typically comforting.

From Barron's

So, this particular gravy was a lightly sweetened pan sauce — aromatic, comforting and thickened with nuts instead of flour.

From Salon

Hot tubs and saunas are both known for helping tired muscles relax and providing comforting warmth.

From Science Daily