1.   Nor had American diplomatic assistance been offered in a way that soothed British feelings.

2.   But the alliance clearly soothes bad feelings between America Online and Microsoft, and removes one potential headache for Microsoft.

3.   Feelings were soothed, tempers cooled and even professional curmudgeon Andy Rooney is said to be happy again.

4.   He spoke with the Harmans to soothe bad feelings.

5.   However, a two-year ABC renewal has soothed feelings on both sides, and now Simmons views the entire experience positively.

6.   Instead of nurturing bright young reportorial talent, they complain, editors now spend hours soothing the feelings of angry readers and advertisers.

7.   Now baseball has launched a marketing campaign aimed at soothing the feelings of the fans.

8.   Sen. Slade Gorton, R-Wash., trying to soothe hurt feelings.

9.   Smith, the Knick forward, said much work needed to be done to soothe bad feelings on both sides.

10.   Such familar songs appear to boost morale, soothe tense feelings, and provide a sense of commuity that unites the nation.