verb
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to relieve (someone) of anxieties; restore confidence to
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another term for reinsure
Other Word Forms
- reassurance noun
- reassuredly adverb
- reassurement noun
- reassurer noun
- reassuringly adverb
Etymology
Origin of reassure
Example Sentences
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The comedian and “Bob’s Burgers” actor shared an Instagram update Friday to reassure fans he is “doing relatively alright, all things considered.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Cliffwater executives, including Nesbitt and his son, Chief Investment Officer Blake Nesbitt, are trying to reassure clients.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
And although the sales outlook for the current quarter was disappointing, as the launch of the new RH Estates initiative was delayed, Friedman tried to reassure investors that sales growth would resume acceleration.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
But the DWP's own advisers say ministers have not done enough to reassure claimants, including those described as having "fluctuating" conditions, that "undertaking work‑related activities might lead to reassessment", and hence lower benefit awards.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Martin and Teresa would be trying to reassure the younger ones; yet they themselves would be sadly frightened.
From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien
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