1
as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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2
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living
a family campground with all the comforts of home
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as in ease
reduction of or freedom from pain
a life of comfort
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as in amenity
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a hotel room featuring an array of domestic comforts
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as in to assure
to ease the grief or distress of
the first responders did their best to comfort the victims of the terrible tornado
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Recent Examples of comfort
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 Jan. 2026
Time Off Sneaker These sneakers feature a slip-on design with stretchy laces and a roomy toe box for extra comfort.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Common Types of Winter Squash Winter squash comes in a wide variety options, perfect for transforming into a range of comforting winter dishes from appetizers and sides to desserts and more.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
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Noun
According to a source, Harbaugh is expected to consider numerous factors not limited to, but including, the quarterback situation, the team’s roster and salary cap situation and comfort level with management.
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For most people with back pain, especially side sleepers, a medium-firm mattress should adequately support the spine while also comforting the body.
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Noun
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In a letter, interim superintendent Justin Hunt blamed, in part, the influx of COVID-19 relief funds for giving the school a false sense of security.—
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Bank of America analyst Rafe Jadrosich said lower mortgage rates would bring some relief to house buyers grappling with high rates.—
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Josh Geller, a luxury travel advisor with EMBARK Beyond travel agency, says bookings to Europe from his American clients are booming.—
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TikTok and Instagram influencers act as both tastemakers and salespeople, offering five-minute testimonials that make luxury feel both attainable and necessary.—
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Bathrooms feature granite or stone finishes, walk-in showers or bathtubs (often placed right under or the television), and RikRak bath amenities created by Kit Kemp herself.—
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Other amenities include social gathering areas and lounges, food and beverage services and a pickleball court and recreation area.—
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Like Byrne, his place on the best-actor Oscar line-up now looks assured.—
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Like Genesis on Duke, the members of King Crimson had upgraded their equipment for a new era, assuring that, not only could no one else play like them, few could even identify the instruments.—
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To make the Olympics that way, though, by the appointment of a committee, felt like a consolation to him.—
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By contrast, Barry got a consolation for the hosts, his third goal of the season, after Beto had also taken advantage of a Jack Grealish cross to signal brief comeback hopes.—
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MacDonald likes the convenience.—
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The value of our assets comes from reliability, time savings, convenience, and peace of mind.—
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The result is a dish built for dipping, dragging and unapologetic indulgence.—
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Traditionally, bakers in European countries used up all their fats and sugar ahead of the Lenten season since religious observances forbid indulgences during the season.—
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Pakistani officials - including the country's federal health minister, Mustafa Kamal - tried to reassure the public by arranging for public vaccination of their own daughters.—
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Still, the majority of commenters reassured him that his request is reasonable.—
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfort. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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