comforted

Example Sentences

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I learned to regulate difficult emotions—sadness, anger, fear—much as I had comforted the wounded child alive within me.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

He told the BBC he was both overwhelmed and comforted by the massive police presence when he arrived at the centre, San Diego County's second largest mosque, which also houses a primary school.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

He comforted terrified survivors and filled critical information voids by sending continual updates to friends and neighbors as firefighters fought the blaze.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The stock is now being comforted by the 50 day SMA, and it recently successfully retested a double bottom breakout pivot of $88.56 taken out on March 2.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

She comforted herself that at least it made William better known to the public.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield