easing (up)

Definition of easing (up)next
present participle of ease (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for easing (up)
Verb
  • The old money aesthetic is taking the design and fashion worlds by storm, with no sign of letting up anytime soon.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
  • For now, Democrats are showing no signs of letting up.
    Al Weaver, The Hill, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Time-wise, utilizing multiple fields can potentially be more efficient to getting off the field quickly.
    Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Will adventure mean getting off our phones and going out into the world?
    Annabel Gat, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Easing (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easing%20%28up%29. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.

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