Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eased (up)
Verb
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Not only did the Jayhawks let up 42 points, but the Red Raiders finished with 505 yards of offense, including 372 on the ground.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
12 Oct. 2025 -
This lip mask broke the internet last year, and its influence hasn’t let up.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The mission got off to a positive start, with the successful first-ever launch of a rocket booster – known as Super Heavy – that had flown during a previous flight in January.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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The Giants got off to a fast start against the New Orleans Saints, but the offense sputtered the rest of the way in the 26-14 loss.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Sandbags and plywood protected the windows, but the materials were recessed to be less noticeable, and fresh vehicle tracks marked the ground nearby.—
Ken Harbaugh,
The Atlantic,
15 Sep. 2025
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The court recessed to address the issue, during which time DeBie produced the video, Eppink said.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Eased (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eased%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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