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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
However, the state has a critical role in mitigating harms.
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Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
The club’s hierarchy have stood behind Slot throughout the campaign and the head coach can point to a number of mitigating factors as to why this season has been so disappointing.
—Andy Jones, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2026
Globally, less than 2% of philanthropic giving goes to mitigating climate change.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 25 May 2026
Prior to holding this role, Emma was managing partner for Talent for Deloitte UK and Deloitte NWE for 6 years, alongside her work advising clients on mitigating integrity risk.
—Emma Codd, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Choosing the right razor is the first step in mitigating bumps and itchy razor burn.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 18 May 2026
Design For demise Design for demise is a major area of research focused on mitigating the risk of reentry debris.
—Matthew Ray, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
As OpenAI faces several lawsuits tied to allegations its tool was used to carry out crimes, the AI industry is just beginning to grapple with its role in mitigating physical harms and how to work with law enforcement.
—Jane Lytvynenko, NBC news, 12 May 2026
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
The club’s hierarchy have stood behind Slot throughout the campaign and the head coach can point to a number of mitigating factors as to why this season has been so disappointing.
—Andy Jones, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2026
Globally, less than 2% of philanthropic giving goes to mitigating climate change.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 25 May 2026
Prior to holding this role, Emma was managing partner for Talent for Deloitte UK and Deloitte NWE for 6 years, alongside her work advising clients on mitigating integrity risk.
—Emma Codd, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Choosing the right razor is the first step in mitigating bumps and itchy razor burn.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 18 May 2026
Design For demise Design for demise is a major area of research focused on mitigating the risk of reentry debris.
—Matthew Ray, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
As OpenAI faces several lawsuits tied to allegations its tool was used to carry out crimes, the AI industry is just beginning to grapple with its role in mitigating physical harms and how to work with law enforcement.
—Jane Lytvynenko, NBC news, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mitigating
Verb
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Crews conducting an overnight operation discovered the crack on the tank, which was alleviating its pressure.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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But despite major investor commitments and partnerships being signed to bring jobs and money into the country, the scale of the devastation means that alleviating poverty and bringing people back home will take time.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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Efforts to stop a California industrial disaster were set on a potentially promising new path on Sunday, officials said, revealing that crews discovered a possible pressure-relieving crack in the tank behind a toxic chemical leak in Orange County, where 50,000 people remain evacuated.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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Firefighters have found a potential crack that may be relieving pressure inside a massive tank filled with a toxic chemical, a development an official described as a step in the right direction, as thousands remain under evacuation orders due to the threat of an explosion.—
Nina Giraldo,
CNN Money,
24 May 2026
Verb
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Later, the Sun in Gemini trines Pluto, helping a direct conversation become useful instead of reactive.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
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Her job blends youth programming, trend forecasting, activity development, staff training, and ship launches—essentially helping shape the onboard experience for families across the MSC fleet.—
Ashlea Halpern,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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Mothers with babies on their backs set down their heavy baskets for a bit, soothing their children with soft words in Potawatomi.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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This 3‑in‑1 steam grooming brush gently removes loose fur, dirt and dander while releasing a warm, soothing steam to help keep coats clean and shiny.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
Verb
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This legislation invoked back-to-school, disaster preparedness, July freedom month and skilled trades equipment tax holidays, easing costs for consumers.—
Nicole Huyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Rather than easing concerns over affordability, the announcement may have further reinforced the perception that the World Cup is becoming one of the hottest, and hardest to access, entertainment events in the world.—
Valentina Di Donato,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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“Mitigating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mitigating. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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