1
as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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2
as in to rid
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
the bellhop relieved him of his luggage and led him to the elevator
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Recent Examples of relieve
Residents told The Associated Press they were relieved that Tyre had been spared in recent days, but now they were reminded that the war isn’t over.
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Kareem Chehayeb,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
Residents told The Associated Press they were relieved that Tyre had been spared in recent days, but now they were reminded that the war is not over.
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Kareem Chehayeb,
Christian Science Monitor,
20 June 2026
This setup features dual-core massage functionality with 3 intensity levels, paired with 3-level graphene heat therapy operating between 104–122°F (40–50°C) and red-light technology to actively relieve back pain and fatigue.
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New Atlas,
19 June 2026
Glucosamine is a popular supplement commonly used to help relieve joint pain.
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Cathy Nelson,
Health,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for relieve
Kareem Chehayeb,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
Residents told The Associated Press they were relieved that Tyre had been spared in recent days, but now they were reminded that the war is not over.
—
Kareem Chehayeb,
Christian Science Monitor,
20 June 2026
This setup features dual-core massage functionality with 3 intensity levels, paired with 3-level graphene heat therapy operating between 104–122°F (40–50°C) and red-light technology to actively relieve back pain and fatigue.
—
New Atlas,
19 June 2026
Glucosamine is a popular supplement commonly used to help relieve joint pain.
—
Cathy Nelson,
Health,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for relieve
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieve
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The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill on June 23 seeking to alleviate a growing housing crisis by streamlining construction regulations, encouraging local innovation, and limiting investor purchases of homes, among other steps.
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According to the European Commission, the duty-free de minimis exemption was introduced in order to alleviate administrative burdens for customs authorities and businesses, but the digitalization of customs procedures has ameliorated that issue.
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For every Founding Father looking to free the colonies from British tyranny, there was a Larry (often called Lawrence here) who suggests that sharing desserts and umbrellas should be prohibited by the Declaration of Independence.
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Such maneuvering could then potentially free the Heat from being hard-capped at the first tax apron (although still highly unlikely).
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The project includes replacing ageing electrical wiring, pipes and heating.
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Relatives identified the food vendor as Arabelia Martinez, 62, and have raised more than $100,000 to pay for therapy and replace the items damaged in the incident.
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Manney said the process helps eliminate habitats where beetles can continue to spread.
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How other travelers can help When the airline systems fail, however, other travelers may still need to step in to help.
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In that sense, this agreement supersedes previous efforts to tie Lebanon’s stability and sovereignty to external agendas.
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Coral Springs resident Kashou was charged by a superseding indictment earlier this month in the Northern District of Texas, along with several co-defendants, with conspiracy to violate the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute.
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Better yet, soothing ingredients like chamomile flower water and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid keep skin feeling comfortable, so your complexion looks fresh—not overly matte.
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The hummingbird rain chain creates a soothing soundtrack on rainy days and makes a beautiful addition to a front porch.
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This is the age of dragons; of course there’s effective anti-dragon tech designed to mitigate in-flight threats.
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Moore cautioned people with lung issues or smoke sensitivity to avoid outdoor activities, but said crews have mitigated the hazardous-materials portion of the blaze and are now focused on the biohazard portion posed by spoiled food.
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In the bond market, Treasury yields eased with oil prices.
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May said the venue change helped ease some of the tension.
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“Relieve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieve. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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