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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hushing

/hʌʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does hushing mean?

verb

The act of making a soft, soothing sound, typically to quiet or calm someone or something. To make a soft, soothing sound, often to quiet or calm someone or something.

Example

"She began hushing the baby to sleep, gently rocking it back and forth."

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