as in to soften
to lessen the shock of
a substantial nest egg helped to cushion the sudden loss of her job
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Recent Examples of cushion
Clint Davis, People.com, 18 July 2025
With the back cushions removed, the sofa doubles as a surprisingly roomy single bed for my height.
—Malia Griggs, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2025
New Atlas, 3 July 2025
It’s made of 100 percent memory foam to cushion your head and neck for a cozy rest.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Noun
The backrest adjusts to six different positions and comes with a long cushion and a lumbar pillow for cloud-like support.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 18 July 2025
With the back cushions removed, the sofa doubles as a surprisingly roomy single bed for my height.
—Malia Griggs, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2025
Verb
During the day, the bed cushions reposition into a pair of vis-a-vis sofa benches.
—New Atlas, 3 July 2025
It’s made of 100 percent memory foam to cushion your head and neck for a cozy rest.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushion
Noun
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Some private-security agencies would endeavour to secure the suites on either side of the one that their VIP will be using to act as buffers, but this is a FIFA event, so the governing body has more control.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Lacking the financial buffer most for-profit startups have, they are forced to remain lean and centered.—
Raviraj Hegde,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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By then, Trump had softened his tariff stance and the markets had rebounded accordingly.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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On the campaign trail, the president spent time courting faith leaders throughout the country, often refusing to soften his language in those venues as well.—
Lalee Ibssa,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Players warming up without certain pads or helmets.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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For extra comfort, Dew recommends adding a rug pad underneath, like this option from Rug Pad USA.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 July 2025
Noun
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The shell is made of ultra-durable and scratch-resistant polycarbonate that keeps the suitcase light (just over six pounds) despite providing a tough shield for your belongings.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The challenge was depositing a uniform layer of gold on a curved shield.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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As an existing player, Yamal is automatically registered, but his bumper salary means there is less space to fit in others.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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There’s an authoritative front grille and bumper, and revised rear tail lights.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Cushion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushion. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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