Example Sentences

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The gathering felt relievedly and consolingly like old times — nostalgic speeches, schmaltzy production numbers, teary tributes and all.

From Washington Post • Dec. 5, 2021

"I will try," he says consolingly to Wilson's widow on the phone, "to give him an eloquent sendoff."

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2017

Likewise, our smartphones display both urgent e-mails and consolingly familiar reruns of “Friends.”

From The New Yorker • Jul. 6, 2016

The older Elizabeth, who speaks consolingly to her younger self, has erased the recalcitrant girl who was.

From New York Times • Mar. 8, 2015

“Hagrid’s been in loads of trouble before, and Dumbledore’s never sacked him,” said Ron consolingly.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling