consoling
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It’s the shattering confusion of grief—for his son, and for his own life as he expected to lead it—yet he has made of the resulting jumble a consoling, searching work of art.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Days after Kirk’s death, Marx posted photos of himself consoling Kirk’s widow, Erika; he announced he was considering a run for governor at a memorial service for Kirk.
From Slate ● Jun. 29, 2026
“I can tell you there is no consoling that family at this point,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2026
A couple of years ago, Arlo Parks found herself in a nightclub, consoling a complete stranger.
From BBC ● Apr. 2, 2026
Master Hyrrokkin found him there and laid a consoling hand on his arm.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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