eased (up)

past tense of ease (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for eased (up)
let up
Verb
  • The 5-0 lead the Blue Jays had acquired to that point wouldn’t have been enough to overcome a late A’s rally, but Lukes didn’t let up against his now hometown team.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2025
  • Even through the blistering midday North Carolina heat, their passion never let up.
    Shane Connuck June 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
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“Eased (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eased%20%28up%29. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.

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