take the pressure off

phrase

: to reduce the amount of stress felt by
Hiring more teachers would help take the pressure off our staff.

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The rise of ghost-posting reflects Gen Z’s desire to take the pressure off in another area of their lives. — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026 The actor found that attitude take the pressure off of his shoulders. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026 To take the pressure off, don’t be married to one particular outcome. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 He will be surrounded by shot creators in Washington who can take the pressure off him early on. — The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for take the pressure off

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“Take the pressure off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20the%20pressure%20off. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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