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Which word in this excerpt from "Places" by Sara Teasdale connotes a soothing feeling?

1. Hush
2. Flaming
3. Fired
4. Desired​

User Chris Zelenak
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Answer:

The answer should be D.) Desired.

Explanation:

The definition of soothing is "having a gently calming effect",

A.) Hush, which in most cases is negative,

B.) Flaming, does not sound gentle OR calming,

B.) Fired usually comes from a negative impact, so your answer MUST and SHOULD be, D.) Desired.

User Dave Rottino
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Answer:

1. Hush

Explanation:

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