as in relieving
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 alleviating
The five-year, $11 billion project will add 16 miles of express lanes and a dedicated busway with the aim of alleviating traffic on one of Atlanta’s most stressful roads.
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Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
At the same time, the conflict is also likely to bolster demand for China’s world-leading green energy manufacturers as countries push to wean themselves off fossil fuel dependency, potentially alleviating a downward price spiral that recently pushed Beijing to curb solar overcapacity.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The Virginia Democrat argued that a ceasefire extension could give Washington and Tehran time to negotiate on key issues, including Iran’s nuclear capabilities, while alleviating the energy market.
—Sophia Vento, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2026
The combined pressures on farming and ranching families are not alleviating.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
But the dense plotting, frenetic pace, and skilled cast go a long way toward alleviating the annoyance for those who notice it.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
In 1848, the landscape architect Andrew Jackson Downing observed that places like Green-Wood and Mount Auburn Cemetery in Boston did a better job of alleviating stress than encouraging somberness.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 14 Apr. 2026
The good news is that the upcoming rain will push back the start of this year’s high fire season, alleviating some concerns following the recent record-breaking heat wave.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Krumpos notes that Gospel Golf has worked alongside NGOs focused on alleviating poverty, with an aim to support a wide range of humanitarian efforts.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
At the same time, the conflict is also likely to bolster demand for China’s world-leading green energy manufacturers as countries push to wean themselves off fossil fuel dependency, potentially alleviating a downward price spiral that recently pushed Beijing to curb solar overcapacity.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The Virginia Democrat argued that a ceasefire extension could give Washington and Tehran time to negotiate on key issues, including Iran’s nuclear capabilities, while alleviating the energy market.
—Sophia Vento, The Hill, 19 Apr. 2026
The combined pressures on farming and ranching families are not alleviating.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
But the dense plotting, frenetic pace, and skilled cast go a long way toward alleviating the annoyance for those who notice it.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
In 1848, the landscape architect Andrew Jackson Downing observed that places like Green-Wood and Mount Auburn Cemetery in Boston did a better job of alleviating stress than encouraging somberness.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 14 Apr. 2026
The good news is that the upcoming rain will push back the start of this year’s high fire season, alleviating some concerns following the recent record-breaking heat wave.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Krumpos notes that Gospel Golf has worked alongside NGOs focused on alleviating poverty, with an aim to support a wide range of humanitarian efforts.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alleviating
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After relieving himself, Pulido went to lie down again on a bench and rest, Sapolu said.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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Florida is also expected to face more above-average fire activity through at least June, when the summer’s rainy season ramps up to bring relieving downpours.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Venus in Gemini aligns with Pluto in Aquarius, helping private thoughts turn into conversations that move things forward.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Talking about more than academics, Joyce said CLC’s project to build the Advanced Technology Center in Gurnee, teaching skills for well-paying jobs and a major expansion to the Waukegan campus have made a difference in helping to build the workforce.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When the authorities announced on Sunday that the monthlong measures were easing, Ismail rejoiced.—
Mirette Magdy,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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By thinning crowded seedlings, giving roots room to grow, and easing plants gradually into outdoor conditions, gardeners can help reduce stress and build resilience.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Collective action will be imperative to mitigating the climate crisis.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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When an industry generates large, quantifiable social costs, a small and predictable share of its profits would be directed toward mitigating those costs.—
Nicolas S. Rohatyn,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The rest of the formula is soothing and balancing—aloe, Centella asiatica, and calamine calm skin.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Apr. 2026
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For recovery, check out this wrist roller, which can also be used as a one-pound weight, or this muscle-soothing massage gun.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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