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alleviated

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verb

past tense of alleviate

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Recent Examples of alleviated
Adjective
For its part, China, says the BRI has contributed to the social and economic development of member countries , created thousands of jobs and alleviated poverty, as well as spurring economic growth and commercial partnerships. Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2025 Republicans say alleviated concerns about the management of the lieutenant governor’s campaign, coupled with a focus on cultural issues in some Northern Virginia schools, is benefiting the state’s GOP ticket. Julia Manchester, The Hill, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
Google may have alleviated immediate concerns by deciding to quickly remove the AI tool within Google Earth—but its statement suggested that the company could eventually bring the feature back in the future. Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026 Some patients also report that the drugs have alleviated a range of addictions, from alcohol to gambling. Elyse Moody, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026 Last month, Washington alleviated oil sanctions on Tehran as part of the memorandum of understanding between both parties – which laid out a long term path to peace. Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 24 July 2026 Friedman might feel more comfortable denying the Arenado trade reports at this point, given that Muncy has alleviated fan concerns and Arenado has joined a division rival instead. Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat. Jeff Capellini, CBS News, 30 June 2026 Like the best episodes of The Pitt, this one is extremely stressful, alleviated by the catharsis of watching medical professionals do their jobs well. Ew Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026 Turning the camera assistant off seems to have alleviated those issues. Dominic Preston, The Verge, 23 June 2026 Maglione said basic training on how to assist blind travelers would have totally alleviated his situation. Zach Wichter, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alleviated
Adjective
  • Real estate developers are already cautiously planning to take advantage of the eased regulations and plan to announce new projects after the law goes into effect.
    Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
  • Despite the eased restrictions, Rader is still only allowed out of his 8-foot-by-10-foot cell for one hour a day, five days a week.
    Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Luis Morales relieved Basso and allowed a big rally in the eighth that saw the Tigers bat around and culminated in a Dillon Dingler grand slam.
    Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Regan relieved him, and the Dodgers scored four runs to win the game.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Adjective
  • Some of these studies even suggest a decreased risk of breast cancer with certain formulations of menopausal hormone therapy.
    Versha Pleasant, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
  • He was slowed early in his recovery from a knee injury and then saw a decreased role in the rotation in the last month, playing only seven minutes in three tournament games.
    Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Unexpected outcomes can be mitigated by improving alignment, Moussouris said, something that will likely be a primary focus for the creators of AI models in the coming months.
    Lauren Fichten, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • That could have mitigated the Dodgers’ huge advantage in slugging.
    Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Other enhancements included a reduced cabin altitude of 4,850 feet, improved soundproofing, a larger galley, and a new 24-inch 4K video display.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The wearer of the yellow jersey was nailed on for another win, this time in a bunch sprint instead of a reduced pack.
    Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Paul is easily soothed, enjoys engaging with others, and feels comfortable in new environments.
    MARE Staff, Boston Herald, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Abbott’s campaign season turnabout on data centers doesn’t seem to have soothed many.
    Marc Levy, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • Meanwhile, the women’s assortment sees the return of the Lil Maggie, an ultra-low-rise flare that helped define the early 2000s denim era.
    Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Over the years, she's been given a moon rock and received a piece of gold foil that covered the Apollo 11 capsule — a gift from one of the Navy frogmen who helped recover the command module and its crew.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

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