as in placatory
tending to lessen or avoid conflict or hostility
eased the tension with conciliatory remarks
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Recent Examples of conciliatory
Far from staging combative debates, Newsom — who's widely expected to run for president in 2028 — struck a conciliatory tone and sought middle ground in his debut podcast episodes.
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Zachary Basu, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
There are high hopes that Ukraine can mend its fraught relations with the country that had been Kyiv's biggest backer, but has veered toward a more conciliatory tone to Russia since Trump strode back into the White House.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
Postgame, Amorim was much more conciliatory in his comments than with Garnacho.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
But in the speech Trump skipped over this move entirely, choosing instead to mention a conciliatory new letter Zelensky had sent him and portraying himself as a would-be peacemaker.
—Susan B. Glasser, The New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2025
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Zachary Basu, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
There are high hopes that Ukraine can mend its fraught relations with the country that had been Kyiv's biggest backer, but has veered toward a more conciliatory tone to Russia since Trump strode back into the White House.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
Postgame, Amorim was much more conciliatory in his comments than with Garnacho.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
But in the speech Trump skipped over this move entirely, choosing instead to mention a conciliatory new letter Zelensky had sent him and portraying himself as a would-be peacemaker.
—Susan B. Glasser, The New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conciliatory
Adjective
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Where to watch: Prime Video, Peacock Classical Baby For a more soothing musical option, try HBO’s ‘90s show Classical Baby.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
9 Apr. 2025
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Speaking of Nancy Meyers and Steve Martin, there’s probably nothing more soothing than watching Meryl Streep cook in a gorgeous Santa Barbara kitchen.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 2025
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Maybe the Giants were just being benevolent by giving Wilson the majority of his payment sooner.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Game theory helps to explain why the world was so stable during the period of globalisation – the international landscape was dominated by a large, predictable and mostly benevolent ‘actor’ (USA) in the context of a host of other less powerful actors.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Despite its buzzy location, the hotel feels like a peaceful retreat in the middle of the capital city.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2025
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The city is also home to Sea Garden, a tranquil park along the coast, perfect for peaceful walks or meditation.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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She was described as being polite, kind, had a nice smile.—
Vladimir Duthiers, Paul LaRosa,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2025
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While former Lakers guard Max Christie gave Pelinka a kind reception, Anthony Davis was the contrary.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Xi must know that old societies tend to be pacific and that China is getting old fast.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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Their awards show is today, Saturday, at 12 noon pacific time.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Momoa opted for softer style, wearing a suit in a gentle pink tone.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Her soothing voice and gentle manner is especially appealing to little ones.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
9 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Conciliatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conciliatory. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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