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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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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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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
With an official diagnosis came a measure of relief for Emma, and any frustration with Bruce disappeared on the spot.
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Elizabeth Leonard, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Two additional layers—a high-density foam base foundation and a plush middle layer—combine to create a supportive mattress that cradles your body and offers head-to-toe pressure relief.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Then, between 2020 and 2022, there was a spike in fire truck orders due to municipalities' COVID relief funds, the complaint says.
—Kelli Arseneau, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
A number of natural home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) remedies can provide heartburn relief, and certain lifestyle adjustments can help reduce the occurrence of heartburn.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025
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Elizabeth Leonard, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Two additional layers—a high-density foam base foundation and a plush middle layer—combine to create a supportive mattress that cradles your body and offers head-to-toe pressure relief.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Then, between 2020 and 2022, there was a spike in fire truck orders due to municipalities' COVID relief funds, the complaint says.
—Kelli Arseneau, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
A number of natural home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) remedies can provide heartburn relief, and certain lifestyle adjustments can help reduce the occurrence of heartburn.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
Noun
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If he's really called up on Sunday and then posts a dominant ERA in his first three starts, the Phillies would be enjoying a significant consolation after losing their best pitcher for the rest of the year.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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DeLuca offers one final consolation to those struggling with their children’s sleep, no matter what phase the moon is in.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But the manager did bring Crow-Armstrong into the game as a defensive replacement in the top of the ninth inning.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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This is a possible replacement for GPS, or the Global Positioning System, which recent events have shown is dangerously hackable and jammable.—
John Koetsier,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The drawstring waist is adjustable and has a stretchy waistband for improved comfort even when pulled tight.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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How the system works Conventional air conditioners rely on vapor-compression refrigeration that cools and dehumidifies air at the same time, a coupling that often forces overcooling and reheating to maintain comfort.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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How Resources Strengthen Innovation Across Teams Ideas need encouragement and resources.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fearing immigration consequences, the woman delayed reporting the attack but eventually came forward with a family member’s encouragement.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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So flavorful is Mendel that 3BR often uses it as a substitute for gin in cocktails made in the distillery tasting room.—
Don Tse,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering news from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Sound Of Music turns 60 this year – and Disney has happily opted to celebrate the occasion by remastering the film in 4K resolution and high dynamic range for a worldwide re-release at the cinema and on 4K Blu-ray disc.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Being an artist is a responsibility to make the audience smile, dance, cry, release at any turn.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Made of stone, the interior walls form boxy configurations that are difficult to adapt to the lives of people who want ease of movement.—
Joseph Giovannini,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
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Kennedy seemed completely at ease in a fact-optional environment.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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