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| croon |
to soothe by singing or humming softly. [1/5 definitions] |
| demulcent |
an oily or sticky substance used esp. to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. [1/2 definitions] |
| hush |
to soothe or calm; eliminate (fears, distress, or the like). [1/6 definitions] |
| lull |
to calm, soothe, or cause to sleep, as by sounds, movements, or the like. [1/4 definitions] |
| lullaby |
to soothe or put to sleep by or as if by singing a lullaby. [1/2 definitions] |
| mollify |
to ease or soothe the anger or emotion of; make calmer; appease. [1/3 definitions] |
| narcotize |
to soothe or dull the senses of. [1/3 definitions] |
| salve |
an ointment used medicinally to heal or soothe sores and other wounds. [2/3 definitions] |
| sop |
something given to soothe, placate, win over, or bribe. [1/6 definitions] |
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