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to make more bearable or less severe
a car pool alleviates some of the stress of driving the kids to and from school every day
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Recent Examples of alleviated
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
Mike Kaye
updated March 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
To be clear, this attempt to simplify my homescreen hasn’t alleviated my time-wasting at all.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
Even after Paramount alleviated those concerns by letting WBD peer into Ellison’s books and making the Saudis nonvoting, non-board members, WBD still favorited Netflix.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
Some of those concerns have been alleviated.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Feb. 2026
Lightrocket | Getty Images Shares of RingCentral and Five9 surged on Friday after earnings from both software firms alleviated recent fears that artificial intelligence is eating away at their business models.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
There appeared to be a lack of options in central midfield but the signing of Gomes and the emergence of Mateus Mane have alleviated that.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Rather than dismissing the case outright or barring the government from seeking the death penalty, prosecutors argued, the defense’s concerns can best be alleviated by carefully questioning prospective jurors about their knowledge of the case and ensuring Mangione’s rights are respected at trial.
—Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
However, many of these challenges are being alleviated by AI.
—Terdawn Deboe, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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
Their immediate need for left tackle help can be partially alleviated by re-signing swing tackle Yosh Nijman in free agency, but that move would be more of a band-aid than a protective shield.
—Mike Kaye
updated March 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
To be clear, this attempt to simplify my homescreen hasn’t alleviated my time-wasting at all.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
Even after Paramount alleviated those concerns by letting WBD peer into Ellison’s books and making the Saudis nonvoting, non-board members, WBD still favorited Netflix.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
Some of those concerns have been alleviated.
—Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Feb. 2026
Lightrocket | Getty Images Shares of RingCentral and Five9 surged on Friday after earnings from both software firms alleviated recent fears that artificial intelligence is eating away at their business models.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
There appeared to be a lack of options in central midfield but the signing of Gomes and the emergence of Mateus Mane have alleviated that.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Rather than dismissing the case outright or barring the government from seeking the death penalty, prosecutors argued, the defense’s concerns can best be alleviated by carefully questioning prospective jurors about their knowledge of the case and ensuring Mangione’s rights are respected at trial.
—Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
However, many of these challenges are being alleviated by AI.
—Terdawn Deboe, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alleviated
Adjective
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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
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Eikenberg left that meeting relieved.—
Michael Adno,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2026
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All the Miami players, clearly relieved, piled on Segovia to celebrate.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.—
Jeremy Tanner,
The Hill,
2 Mar. 2026
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The study, published in JAMA Dermatology, found a decreased risk of three types of skin cancer associated with the use of nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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These are typically corrected or mitigated during the inspection, according to the Sacramento County Retail Food Inspection Guide.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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Evergreen's fuel is ripe, and its forests are only partially mitigated.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Miscommunications soothed with a kiss (and maybe even an actually good proposal)!—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Feb. 2026
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That’s thanks to an ingredient list stacked with hydrating glycerin and squalane, plus ceramides and cholesterol that, together, lock moisture in to keep skin smooth and soothed all day long.—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Some include increased smoothness, tightness, and hydration, plus reduced wrinkles, inflammation, sagging, and age spots.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
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Organic materials commonly added to potting soil, such as peat moss and bark, break down, leading to compaction, poor drainage, and reduced aeration.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Holt — a former USL league president who helped Sacramento join as an expansion team in 2014 — is replacing Todd Dunivant, who was hired to be the sporting director for Major League Soccer club New York City FC in December.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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In addition to seeing stronger hair over time, she’s noticed that adding this formula to her regimen has helped improve her energy levels and balance her hormone levels.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Alleviated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alleviated. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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