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mollifying

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verb

present participle of mollify
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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for mollifying
Adjective
  • North Korea hasn't publicly responded to the conciliatory gestures by Trump and Lee.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 4 July 2025
  • Democratic leaders have come under criticism from within, some for pushing the party too far left, and others for appearing too conciliatory toward Trump, and a number who have felt disillusioned with its agenda have left the party entirely to either identify as independent or as a Republican.
    Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
Verb
  • Nicholas has since let go of the fear of appeasing the beauty standards of others.
    Celeste Polanco, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Knee-jerk reactions aimed at appeasing stakeholders can backfire, raising questions about whether initiatives are genuine or simply for show.
    Anjali Chaudhry, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Despite climbing home prices, mortgage rates have recently reported weeks of declines and inventory is growing in many parts of the country, alleviating the shortage of homes and forcing sellers to slash prices to attract still-cautious buyers.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
  • But aside from a desire for revenge against Israel and remaining the primary power broker in Gaza, Hamas has consistently struggled to articulate an achievable long-term strategy for alleviating the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza.
    Mkhaimar Abusada, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • But beneath their soothing prompts lie important questions: How effective are these tools?
    Pooja Shree Chettiar, The Conversation, 10 July 2025
  • In tea form, turmeric and garlic create a soothing, nutrient-rich herbal tonic.
    Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • Cleveland wasted no time following the conclusion of their season by relieving Dorsey of his duties just one season after joining the team.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Xylitol may have other health benefits, including preventing ear and sinus infections, increasing bone density, and relieving constipation.
    Adrienne Dellwo, Verywell Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • These data products offer a starting point for analysis and can be customized to fit specific business needs, potentially easing developers’ workload transition.
    Robert Kramer, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Kennedy similarly indicated the outbreak is easing, a fact belied by the numbers on the ground.
    Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
    KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT, Kansas City Star, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The process of how that development can be managed by mitigating the threats that may occur in those rural unincorporated areas.
    Emily Alvarenga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Seven, a unity in seeking a sound, fair, and benevolent immigration reform is prompted by economic interest as well.
    Timothy Cardinal Dolan, New York Daily News, 2 July 2025
  • In 2005, a benevolent dust devil blew dust off the Spirit rover's solar panels, increasing its power levels.
    Unnati Ashar, Space.com, 2 July 2025
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“Mollifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mollifying. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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