柔软的靠垫让沙发更舒适。

The soft ___cushions make the sofa more comfortable.

厚地毯缓冲了杯子掉落的冲击。

The thick rug ___cushioned the impact when the cup fell.

银行准备了充足的资金作为缓冲，以应对可能的金融危机。

The bank has set aside sufficient funds as ___cushions for potential financial crises.