soothingly
adverb/ˈsuːðɪŋli/
/ˈsuːðɪŋli/
- in a way that makes somebody who is anxious, upset, etc. feel calmer
- ‘There's no need to worry,’ he said soothingly.
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- in a way that makes a tense or painful part of your body feel more comfortable
- She rubbed his back soothingly.
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