soothe
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Definitions
v.
To calm, comfort, or relieve someone; to reduce pain or distress.
安慰，抚慰；缓和，减轻（疼痛）
Root Breakdown
Native Englishsootheother
=soothe
Common Collocations
- 1.soothe the pain缓解疼痛
- 2.soothe frayed nerves舒缓紧绷的神经
- 3.soothe an upset stomach缓和胃部不适
- 4.soothe tensions缓和紧张局势
Example Sentences
- 1.
She sang softly to soothe the crying baby back to sleep.
- 2.
A warm bath can soothe tired muscles after a long workout.
- 3.
The manager tried to soothe the angry customer with a sincere apology.