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as in to facilitate
to free from obstruction or difficulty
measures intended to ease the flow of traffic during rush hour
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2
as in to loosen
to make less taut
the rock climber eased the rope a little so that his fellow climber had room to maneuver
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as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
grandmother's firm belief that there are few ailments that chicken soup won't ease
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as in to reduce
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
the chairman of the Federal Reserve has promised to ease interest rates
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as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
new investments in the region have eased since the rise in interest rates
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as in relief
reduction of or freedom from pain
the sunburn medication brought me instant ease
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as in abandon
carefree freedom from constraint
a gymnast who can handle even the most demanding moves on the parallel bars with total ease
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as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
the dream of every lottery player is a life of fabulous luxury and everlasting ease
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Recent Examples of ease
Nbc News, NBC news, 13 Mar. 2026
The step aims to free up Russian cargoes stranded at sea and ease supply shortages caused by the Iran war.
—Sylvie Corbet, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Emily Heil, Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2026
The smartphone, the most addictive device ever invented, is now combined with the most addictive and sophisticated software to overwhelm victims with constant availability and ease of use.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, suggested on X that the United States quickly eased sanctions on Russia because of economic pressure from the war.
—Nbc News, NBC news, 13 Mar. 2026
The step aims to free up Russian cargoes stranded at sea and ease supply shortages caused by the Iran war.
—Sylvie Corbet, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
And many of us turn to microwave bags for convenience and ease.
—Emily Heil, Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2026
The smartphone, the most addictive device ever invented, is now combined with the most addictive and sophisticated software to overwhelm victims with constant availability and ease of use.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ease
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The Department of War is looking at this right now in terms of trying to figure out how to facilitate power needs if there's a forward operating base or for national emergencies.—
March 8,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Orr and Wood have said there will be improvements made to the program’s existing on-campus facility, Hornet Stadium, to facilitate the move, including new locker rooms, more end zone seating and more padded seats for fans.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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Shingles may crack or loosen, ice can harm flashing, and gutters can sag under frozen debris.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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There have been no similar moves to loosen data sovereignty rules elsewhere in the Gulf.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Many Angelenos believe the city’s leaders have squandered billions in funds meant to alleviate the homelessness crisis and allowed unhoused people to take over public space.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Michael said training, guidance and policies could help alleviate the potential risks associated with introducing AI into the workforce, such as when agents magnify or mask errors.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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The thinking, according to airport officials, is to encourage riders to use the yet-to-open Automated People Mover, also known as Skylink, and to reduce vehicle traffic around the terminals.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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From the guest's POV, drinking water is provided in reusable glass bottles, with water refilling stations across the property, and restaurant ingredients are sourced from the nearby partner South Farm and local suppliers to reduce the carbon footprint and support the community.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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The biodiversity also decreased by 32 percent.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2026
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The closure is part of the North Aurora Road Improvement Project, an intergovernmental construction project being done by Naperville Township, the cities of Naperville and Aurora to improve pedestrian and bicycle access and decrease traffic congestion and crashes in the area.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Carney also expressed relief that no one was injured.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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Minnelli expected to sit in her usual director’s chair to give her back some relief.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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First there was Alexander Bublik, whaling his racket into the green court behind the baseline against Rinky Hijikata with abandon and devastation.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Fans looking for their introduction to club hedonism might be surprised to learn that wild, sweaty abandon can be conjured with the same big crash cymbals and plinky guitar lines that have featured on every other Harry Styles record.—
Shaad D’Souza,
Pitchfork,
9 Mar. 2026
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For a safer outdoor work environment, follow the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s guidance by scheduling regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned places.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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As Sleep Awareness Week (March 8–14) shines a spotlight on the importance of rest, many families are realizing just how hard quality sleep can be to come by.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Ease.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ease. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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