1
as in consolation
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
my coworkers' kind words gave me some relief from the grief that I was feeling upon the death of my partner
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2
as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
I can't go home from my nursing shift until my relief shows up to take over
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3
as in comfort
reduction of or freedom from pain
the aspirin gave him some relief from the headache
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Recent Examples of relief
Wilson’s only run during the 2025 season came in relief of Tagovailoa during the final moments of the 33-8 loss to the Colts.
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Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
Burgos mentioned the hundreds of millions of dollars in debt relief that Mamdani helped taxi-medallion owners win from City Hall in 2021, in part by going on a fifteen-day hunger strike, and a pilot program that made one bus route in every borough free.
—Eric Lach, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
No one has been able to offer relief.
—Kenzi Abou-Sabe, NBC news, 9 Oct. 2025
There’s a collective sigh of relief in Paris today, and that special glow of satisfaction.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
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Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
Burgos mentioned the hundreds of millions of dollars in debt relief that Mamdani helped taxi-medallion owners win from City Hall in 2021, in part by going on a fifteen-day hunger strike, and a pilot program that made one bus route in every borough free.
—Eric Lach, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
No one has been able to offer relief.
—Kenzi Abou-Sabe, NBC news, 9 Oct. 2025
There’s a collective sigh of relief in Paris today, and that special glow of satisfaction.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
Noun
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Sheen says he was disappointed but took the loss in stride, especially after Sophia Loren kissed him on the cheek as a consolation.—
Gillian Telling,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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British voters who are angry with their government might find some small consolation in the fact that on their side of the Atlantic Ocean, ethical lapses can still carry a serious political price.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Even where bans are in place, the chemicals produced as replacements can be just as harmful, if not more so, Trasande said.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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The news comes in the wake of the departure of Paramount’s global marketing and distribution boss Marc Weinstock and the imminent arrival of his replacement, former Warner Bros and Universal marketing czar Josh Goldstine.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Over the past few years, Teasdale has grown to embrace the slow mornings and simple comforts that come with being a homebody, and Moisturizer, Wet Leg’s bright, celestial second album, captures small-hours moments, sofa snogs and falling into the buoyant daze of doing nothing all day.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
10 Oct. 2025
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Examining the question of how young people living in comparative comfort and who rarely experience threats or physical suffering can eventually kill, Bushman stressed that most research questions whether there’s any real link between such actions and experiencing violent movies, TV, or video games.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The recent sighting provided encouragement to conservationists.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
6 Oct. 2025
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Redd offered encouragement and resources, including money for a hotel room.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There are no substitutes named, nor a coach.—
Michael Walker,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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This publication is not a substitute for such professional advice or services, nor should it be used as a basis for any decision or action that may affect your business.—
Lara Abrash,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As Jays fans, tucked in the last rows of the upper bowl, stood in anticipation, Yesavage reached up to them with his high release point and sent splitters, fastballs and sliders by the Yankees.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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One of the conditions of his release is that Arfsten commit no new crimes.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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The analysis looked at the number of kids and adults diagnosed with mental illness in each state, as well as ease of access to mental health care.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Such emotional moments aside, Poehler keeps the mood light by design, and the look of the show reflects her desire to set her guests at ease.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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