单词 | reassurance |
释义 | reassurance (riːəʃʊərəns ) Word forms: reassurances 1. uncountable noun If someone needs reassurance, they are very worried and need someone to help them stop worrying by saying kind or helpful things. She needed reassurance that she belonged somewhere. 'You really won't tell?' she asked, begging for reassurance. 2. countable noun Reassurances are things that you say to help people stop worrying about something. ...reassurances that pesticides are not harmful. Collocations: constant reassurance Don't be tempted to seek constant reassurance from others about your progress. 50 Ways to Become a Self-Confident Woman (1989) He is one of those players who needs constant reassurance and reminders of how good he is. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Do you feel that you need constant reassurance? The Sun (2015) He needs to provide reassurance round the clock. The Sun (2016) An accountant can provide reassurance that your tax return is correct and you aren't paying too much or too little. Times, Sunday Times (2016) The chapters serve no purpose other than entertainment, save to provide reassurance on two matters. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Tax was mentioned but no big promises, and reassurance was provided at all stages. Times, Sunday Times (2006) He can be vulnerable and self-doubting and sometimes keen to seek reassurance. Times, Sunday Times (2012) Despite his blue eyes, fresh complexion and luxuriant white hair, he often sought reassurance about his appearance. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Most of us lie somewhere in between seeking reassurance for the future and comfort for the present. Why am I Afraid to Grieve (1994) I often seek reassurance from others about the appearance of my perceived flaw. Times, Sunday Times (2013) If you're ever suspicious or want reassurance, get in touch with trading standards*. The Sun If you still want reassurance you could call the recruitment officer to find out what the photo will be used for. Times, Sunday Times Above all, the public want reassurance that what they read bears some relation to the truth. Times, Sunday Times Potential lenders will want reassurance that your plans for the business are deliverable. Times, Sunday Times They want reassurance that they are a 'good' person, so it's not so much about giving as taking. Times, Sunday Times Translations: Chinese: 安慰的话 Japanese: 安心 |
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