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Comforted by the projected returns she was being promised, which started at 12% and were forecast to increase to as much as 50% over time, she was convinced to invest more.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2025

Comforted: I appreciate the antecedent of your habit — and applaud your solution!

From Washington Post • Jul. 26, 2022

Comforted by what would prove to a misconception, Hong Kong people happily fell into their role at the nexus of China and the world.

From Time • Jun. 28, 2017

Comforted by the feedback and reinvigorated by an extra day’s rest, Nova was in command from the start.

From New York Times • Aug. 2, 2015

Comforted by his prayers, Hiouen-thsang proceeded, and arrived after some time at a large lake.

From Chips From A German Workshop - Volume I Essays on the Science of Religion by Müller, F. Max (Friedrich Max)