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Soothingly authoritarian staff dispense diagnostic wisdom and encourage us to join our fellow patients for puzzles and games at the tables flanking the central open stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2018

Soothingly nerdy appreciation of the metal kids' construction kits.

From The Guardian • Apr. 13, 2013

Soothingly he assured the adjutants general that the trimming-down, as well as the anticipated 10% cut in U.S.

From Time Magazine Archive

Soothingly, Burma's U Nu suggested a resolution wrapping up the "five principles" of coexistence with the U.N. charter of human rights.

From Time Magazine Archive

Soothingly she spoke, and that fond yet saddened tone caused the poor girl's bursting heart to find relief in a violent flood of tears.

From The Mother's Recompense, Volume 1 A Sequel to Home Influence by Aguilar, Grace