reassurance
noun
re·as·sur·ance
ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s 
1
: the action of reassuring : the state of being reassured
2
Examples of reassurance in a Sentence
Experts offered their reassurances that the accident wouldn't happen again.
He received reassurance from his family.
Children need a lot of reassurance.
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The company followed up with rapid, clear updates, including a live stream that provided real-time answers and reassurances.
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Sandy Carter, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
Fifteen years ago, St. John underwent two craniotomies at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles to remove tumors, then volunteered to meet with patients preparing for similar brain surgeries to offer them comfort, humor and reassurance.
—Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Feb. 2025
While there is no cure, pet owners can help their cats manage the condition through environmental enrichment, routine reassurance, and, as Granelli has demonstrated, unwavering love and patience.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
After all, this person may have been your go-to for laughs, reassurance, and emotional support—no wonder you’re tempted to regain that connection.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 18 Feb. 2025
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Sandy Carter, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025
Fifteen years ago, St. John underwent two craniotomies at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles to remove tumors, then volunteered to meet with patients preparing for similar brain surgeries to offer them comfort, humor and reassurance.
—Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Feb. 2025
While there is no cure, pet owners can help their cats manage the condition through environmental enrichment, routine reassurance, and, as Granelli has demonstrated, unwavering love and patience.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
After all, this person may have been your go-to for laughs, reassurance, and emotional support—no wonder you’re tempted to regain that connection.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 18 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for reassurance
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“Reassurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reassurance. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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reassurance
noun
re·as·sur·ance
ˌrē-ə-ˈshu̇r-ən(t)s
: the action of reassuring : the state of being reassured
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