as in alleviates
to make more bearable or less severe
this medicine should mitigate the pain until the strained muscle heals itself
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Recent Examples of mitigates
The effort theoretically mitigates many of the problems of data centers on Earth, including their power and water usage and heat generation.
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Andrew R. Chow, Time, 9 Jan. 2026
The team revealed that the PDA asymmetric photothermal layer not only effectively addresses the issue of insufficient sustained power generation caused by water adsorption saturation but also mitigates the unstable moisture gradient resulting from excessive water evaporation.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 5 Jan. 2026
The Chargers have the league’s worst offensive line, which mitigates concerns the Patriots have with their defensive line and rushing the passer.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Because the new drivetrain adds heft—the new Turbo gains 180 pounds in sum—a titanium exhaust system mitigates some of the weight gain.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
When a researcher finds a bug, Jain’s group verifies and mitigates it.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
Our approach is proactive and knowledge-based, which mitigates the need for compromise.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 24 Nov. 2025
This no-fall-zone terrain is unfortunately closed to the public, although Kirkwood ski patrol mitigates avalanches and occasionally opens the venue for freeride competitions.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 21 Nov. 2025
The primary function of the single-seater X-59 is to test a new fuselage geometry that mitigates the sonic boom.
—David Szondy
october 28, New Atlas, 28 Oct. 2025
Andrew R. Chow, Time, 9 Jan. 2026
The team revealed that the PDA asymmetric photothermal layer not only effectively addresses the issue of insufficient sustained power generation caused by water adsorption saturation but also mitigates the unstable moisture gradient resulting from excessive water evaporation.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 5 Jan. 2026
The Chargers have the league’s worst offensive line, which mitigates concerns the Patriots have with their defensive line and rushing the passer.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Because the new drivetrain adds heft—the new Turbo gains 180 pounds in sum—a titanium exhaust system mitigates some of the weight gain.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
When a researcher finds a bug, Jain’s group verifies and mitigates it.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
Our approach is proactive and knowledge-based, which mitigates the need for compromise.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 24 Nov. 2025
This no-fall-zone terrain is unfortunately closed to the public, although Kirkwood ski patrol mitigates avalanches and occasionally opens the venue for freeride competitions.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 21 Nov. 2025
The primary function of the single-seater X-59 is to test a new fuselage geometry that mitigates the sonic boom.
—David Szondy
october 28, New Atlas, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mitigates
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Unrivaled alleviates the need for that by allowing players to remain stateside in a competitive league.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
5 Jan. 2026
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As with many treatments that involve the brain, there are theories about how the device alleviates depression, but little certainty, says Wilkinson.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
15 Dec. 2025
Verb
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With Medi-Cal costs rising and nursing home capacity strained, PACE relieves stress on the elder care system and budget.—
Janice Grandi,
Mercury News,
24 Dec. 2025
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His termination for cause, a designation that relieves Michigan of the obligation to pay him, could lead to a breach of contract and defamation lawsuit.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
11 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The wraparound design stays securely in place thanks to an adjustable strap, which helps to relieve discomfort on the neck, chin, and back.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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When the weather turns chilly, plants naturally enter a state of dormancy and draw energy down from their leaves and stems into their roots, which helps plants survive the cold without damage.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This gentle glycolic serum has salicylic acid (which exfoliates), and raspberry fruit extract (which soothes skin and protects it from free radicals).—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
25 Dec. 2025
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Best of all, this product instantly soothes and improves the skin’s texture and tone.—
Tatayana Yomary,
Essence,
19 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Listening first eases tension and helps plans click into place.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Jan. 2026
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However, some people find that lemon water eases bloating.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
8 Jan. 2026
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