as in softening
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as in buffering
to lessen the shock of
a substantial nest egg helped to cushion the sudden loss of her job
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Recent Examples of cushioning
Maggie Aime, Msn, Health, 25 Dec. 2024
But while Naoe can gracefully sleek through in shadow, Yasuke has difficulty performing a signature Assassin's Creed move, the Leap of Faith, jumping from a great height to land safely in a bale of hay, a pile of flowers, or some other cushioning agent.
—EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
This tester came with an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, but that did not combat the core issue of a distinct lack of cushioning.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
These shoes stabilize each step, offering excellent support, cushioning, and durability to keep you ache-free and comfortable on those long travel days.
—Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Arthritis causes the cushioning cartilage in your joint to wear down, leading to pain and stiffness.
—Maggie Aime, Msn, Health, 25 Dec. 2024
But while Naoe can gracefully sleek through in shadow, Yasuke has difficulty performing a signature Assassin's Creed move, the Leap of Faith, jumping from a great height to land safely in a bale of hay, a pile of flowers, or some other cushioning agent.
—EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
This tester came with an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, but that did not combat the core issue of a distinct lack of cushioning.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
These shoes stabilize each step, offering excellent support, cushioning, and durability to keep you ache-free and comfortable on those long travel days.
—Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushioning
Noun
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The odds are that the response will sit in an internal digital memory buffer for a while and not be immediately erased or discarded.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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One by one, measures are rejected — even the simplest, requiring a five-foot buffer around every house where nothing is flammable.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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An iron deficiency may lead to nail changes such as softening and weakness.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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Its intensely moisturizing formula features amino acids that make up the protein keratin (which is key for maintaining your hair’s structure and strength) and hair-softening plant extracts.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Even a few hundred dollars can go a long way to providing a financial cushion when unexpected expenses arise.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2025
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The soft material provided a nice cushion and contorted to fit the shape of our feet.—
Moriah Mason,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Thicker consistencies create an emollient barrier on top of the skin, trapping in the heat and exacerbating the inflammation.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
30 Aug. 2024
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Without subjecting you to a chemistry lesson, humectant ingredients must be teamed with emollient ingredients to make an effective lip balm.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
refinery29.com,
2 Feb. 2024
Noun
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The mop has an adjustable stainless-steel handle that extends to 50 inches and machine-washable microfiber pads.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
8 Jan. 2025
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The People’s Community Federal Credit Union recommends pulling on card readers and pin pads before using them, as skimmers will easily detach.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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As other officers arrive with a ballistic shield and approach Anderton, one mentions seeing a gun on the ground.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
15 Jan. 2025
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Look at Tom’s little jig at gaining a protective shield after that first challenge.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This guiding principle has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s success and its reputation for compassionate advocacy.—
William Jones,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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Being compassionate with yourself will give you more answers.—
Gillian Mohney,
Verywell Health,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Volvo emblem is seen on the front bumper of a vehicle at the Volvo Cars of Austin dealership on September 04, 2024 in Austin, Texas.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2025
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The front bumper and headlights have been redesigned giving it a sleeker, more modern look.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Cushioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushioning. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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