1
as in consolation
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
my coworkers' kind words gave me some relief from the grief that I was feeling upon the death of my partner
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2
as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
I can't go home from my nursing shift until my relief shows up to take over
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as in comfort
reduction of or freedom from pain
the aspirin gave him some relief from the headache
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Recent Examples of relief
And the relief unit gave up another lead down the stretch.
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Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
This would essentially mean that if the judge grants injunctive relief, there would be an all-out battle between college programs on who could sign the most players to the more lucrative deals with the help of media rights partners.
—Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The Obama-era Iran nuclear deal was brokered in 2015 and aimed to limit Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
—Dana Karni, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
Gray Thompson cautioned that while survivors waiting for relief can defer taxes or amend past returns, resolving issues with government programs, such as qualifying for college financial aid, is much harder.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
This would essentially mean that if the judge grants injunctive relief, there would be an all-out battle between college programs on who could sign the most players to the more lucrative deals with the help of media rights partners.
—Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The Obama-era Iran nuclear deal was brokered in 2015 and aimed to limit Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
—Dana Karni, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
Gray Thompson cautioned that while survivors waiting for relief can defer taxes or amend past returns, resolving issues with government programs, such as qualifying for college financial aid, is much harder.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
Noun
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The consolation is that neither nailed down the role.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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While this loss has gutted so many, Klein finds some consolation in the legacy his wife of 23 years left behind.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Some brokers also offer flight insurance to cover logistical or mechanical disruptions, including replacement aircraft when needed.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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And then the replacement for the experiment is called a proof.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Feel comfort and support wherever life takes you.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Dressing for movement and comfort Air travel demands flexibility; rigid clothing doesn’t pair well with hours of sitting, walking through terminals, or random temperature swings.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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During Game 1, Doncic offered advice and encouragement to his teammates from the bench.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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With a little encouragement, and after a bit of sake, Isa Briones will pull out her party trick at karaoke.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Anouk Denton The versatile 22-year-old defender came on as a late substitute in England’s 2-0 win over Ghana in December, shortly before moving from West Ham United to Bay FC.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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So, in Swalwell’s case, the Democratic Party alone wouldn’t be entitled to select his substitute — unless the law were changed.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Prisoner releases are common on holidays and other significant occasions in Myanmar.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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As a condition of her release, Portugues is prohibited from possessing or using any type of gun.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Chinese diplomats and the foreign ministry say that their outreach in the region is aimed at building friendship and assisting countries with poverty alleviation, agricultural and economic development, and law and order.—
Didi Kirsten Tatlow,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Lillian Wald, the founder of public health nursing, was also a champion of women’s suffrage, poverty alleviation, and racial equality.—
Patrick Smith,
STAT,
27 Jan. 2026
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For everyday ease, Rubinski relies on a rotating cast of Ralph Lauren staples.—
Talia Abbas,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2026
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In astrology, Venus speaks to your desires, relationships and sense of ease, while Mars governs your actions, impulses and pursuits.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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