cushioned

Example Sentences

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My fall was cushioned by lots of Dominos and DoorDash.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“As a result, the supply shock does not hit end markets simultaneously. Instead, it unfolds sequentially—east to west—partially cushioned by the level of inventories available in each region,” Haigh said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

This could be partially cushioned by higher precious metals, which are tracking ahead of 2026 consensus expectations, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

Achouri then took centre stage, doubling the lead with a lovely cushioned finish from an Ali Abdi cross as the interval approached.

From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025

Adèle Starminster sat down and moved along the cushioned seat to make room.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman