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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 mitigating
By impairing onboard cameras and targeting optics, the platform offers a non-kinetic method of mitigating UAV threats without physically destroying the aircraft.
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
Kroger has also made other changes to the plans, including mitigating potential traffic congestion around the intersection of Rufe Snow Drive and Keller Parkway, the company says.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
The speed of change is so great today, in all areas, not just technology, but also in world affairs, politics, human needs and demands, that the single mitigating factor must be kindness.
—Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Ultimately, the performance of the IS system is commendable, effectively mitigating shake and enhancing viewing stability.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Some of the oil was still confined in containers when pulled from the water, Hanson said, mitigating how much oil may have entered the water itself.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
In a commercial environment where software is essential, organizations that regard application security as an ongoing obligation are better at mitigating risk, addressing emerging threats, and ensuring the stability of their systems over time.
—Matthew Kayser, jsonline.com, 2 Mar. 2026
There have been mitigating circumstances.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
Whether that is considered a mitigating factor in the Capital Case Review Panel’s decision on whether to pursue the death penalty remains to be seen.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
Kroger has also made other changes to the plans, including mitigating potential traffic congestion around the intersection of Rufe Snow Drive and Keller Parkway, the company says.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
The speed of change is so great today, in all areas, not just technology, but also in world affairs, politics, human needs and demands, that the single mitigating factor must be kindness.
—Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Ultimately, the performance of the IS system is commendable, effectively mitigating shake and enhancing viewing stability.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Some of the oil was still confined in containers when pulled from the water, Hanson said, mitigating how much oil may have entered the water itself.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
In a commercial environment where software is essential, organizations that regard application security as an ongoing obligation are better at mitigating risk, addressing emerging threats, and ensuring the stability of their systems over time.
—Matthew Kayser, jsonline.com, 2 Mar. 2026
There have been mitigating circumstances.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
Whether that is considered a mitigating factor in the Capital Case Review Panel’s decision on whether to pursue the death penalty remains to be seen.
—Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mitigating
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The National Weather Service said the temperatures are expected to rise above freezing late Wednesday morning alleviating any black ice issues.—
Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
3 Mar. 2026
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Five years in the making, the Caerus Steadicam was initially designed for wheelchair users to work in the film industry, but there are advantages also for the able-bodied since the weight distribution is spread out on the wheelchair, thus alleviating the need to carry heavy loads.—
Shirl Leigh
March 02,
New Atlas,
2 Mar. 2026
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On Wednesday, QatarEnergy declared force majeure, a legal term relieving the company from contractual obligations.—
Julia Simon,
NPR,
6 Mar. 2026
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But one aspect of relieving that only comes with time and experience is learning how to get over a bullpen blowup and be ready to pitch the next day.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The vocalist credited his love for Boston’s original frontman Brad Delp and his desire to sing along with him on the radio for helping to develop his own singing voice.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Mojtaba was born in 1969 in the holy Shi'ite city of Mashhad and grew up as his father was helping lead the opposition to the Shah.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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Packed with soothing aloe and licorice root extract, this clear shaving serum was designed so that a little goes a long way.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2026
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The liquid bronzer also features light-diffusing silica that softly blurs texture, and antioxidant-rich elderberry pairs with soothing botanicals like evening primrose to help keep dry, mature skin comfortable.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Whether the spike proves temporary remains uncertain as the war shows few signs of easing.—
Nur Hikmah Md Ali,
CNBC,
9 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, Iranian retaliatory attacks appear to be declining — ballistic missile strikes have fallen by 90% and drone attacks by 83%, according to US Central Command — potentially easing pressure on Gulf states that have faced Iranian strikes in recent days.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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