soothing

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But she added the "calming and soothing" nature of the game is similar to what she imagined "people get from colouring books or knitting".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Tom has a more pressing motive than soothing petulance over illustrations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Their relative normalcy, and that of fellow marrieds Amber Morrison and Jordan Faeth, is a soothing contrast to the textbook Fusco fiasco and the rest of the season’s red flag bearers.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

Riley says at the SLS, his voice low and soothing.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Penelope stroked the children’s heads and murmured soothing noises.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood