smoothing

Example Sentences

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It can work for some people who prefer the “pull off the Band-Aid approach,” but for most, smoothing out the tax consequences works best.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

The visit was officially meant to celebrate transatlantic ties as the United States marks its 250th anniversary of independence from Britain, but much of Charles's time has been spent smoothing over tensions over Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Meanwhile, Riegg had a different challenge: smoothing things over with the football execs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

"Just smoothing out a few areas," he said.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025

Ella noticed how Auriga kept smoothing her small pinafore and Aries kept stealing glances at Brigit.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton