emollient

Example Sentences

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So, they might want someone more, shall we say, emollient than Florida’s governor.

From Washington Post

But the tone of Mr Johnson's speech - aggressive or emollient towards his critics and enemies - will be watched most closely, as the country enters another few months of potentially the utmost difficulty.

From BBC

Amid a widening sense that restraint is fraying and grievances have become intractable, no countervailing emollient force can rival the potency of the president’s bullhorn.

From Washington Post

This is why most hand sanitizers contain emollients, which are mixtures that help soften and moisturize your skin.

From Salon

Shapiro recommends selecting a soap or sanitizer with an emollient and avoiding perfumes and dyes, as they can further irritate skin.

From Washington Post