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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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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
Hilma’s soothing relief capsules address digestive issues like bloating, gas, and upset stomach using natural ingredients like fennel and peppermint—two botanicals renowned for bloat relief.
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Brianna Peters, Vogue, 30 June 2025
The Senate bill as now drafted would allocate funding for rural hospital relief over five years in increments of $10 billion for two years, $2 billion for two years, then $1 billion.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 30 June 2025
On Saturday, a Ministry spokesperson said China stands in firm opposition to any trade agreements made with the U.S. that could threaten its interests in exchange for relief from sweeping duties.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
The fashionably late arrival of oxygen may sound like a planetary sigh of relief.
—Laura Poppick, Rolling Stone, 30 June 2025
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Brianna Peters, Vogue, 30 June 2025
The Senate bill as now drafted would allocate funding for rural hospital relief over five years in increments of $10 billion for two years, $2 billion for two years, then $1 billion.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 30 June 2025
On Saturday, a Ministry spokesperson said China stands in firm opposition to any trade agreements made with the U.S. that could threaten its interests in exchange for relief from sweeping duties.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
The fashionably late arrival of oxygen may sound like a planetary sigh of relief.
—Laura Poppick, Rolling Stone, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
Noun
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In the wake of the Jazz stunningly slipping to No. 5 in last month’s lottery, Wade tried to offer consolation to Jazz owner Ryan Smith.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
28 June 2025
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WrestleMania 42 Moved From New Orleans To Las Vegas Triple H made things official by confirming WrestleMania 42 will not be in New Orleans, and as a consolation gift, the city will be hosting next year’s WWE Money in the Bank.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Kepler’s in-house replacement would be Justin Crawford, the 21-year-old outfield prospect who is slashing .332/.408/.435 with 26 steals at Triple A.—
Anthony Stitt,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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The only maintenance needed is the occasional battery replacement, which will typically be signaled with a beep from the device.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 June 2025
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Additionally, the flattering skort features an adjustable waistband for even more comfort.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
27 June 2025
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This cozy accent chair is covered in a warm and soft lambswool boucle and has a rounded back for maximum comfort.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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While some commenters noted the mistake, many offered support and encouragement.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
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However, Bird only came out in 2017, after the encouragement of Rapinoe.—
Grace Jordan-Weinstein,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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The information provided here is not legal advice and does not purport to be a substitute for advice of counsel on any specific matter.—
Wen Xie,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Charlie Tasker, a 19-year-old right-back with a strong work ethic who gets up and down the pitch, was an unused substitute in five of Brighton’s Premier League games in April before injuries affected his chances of further involvement.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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Students also followed a strict daily schedule and resided in the very same barracks as the USMA cadets, according to a news release.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 June 2025
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No release or court information was available for Cunningham.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
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While open APIs offer flexibility, integration ease and future scalability, implementing and securing them requires major investment.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Design is imbued with particular a sense of comfort and urban ease in the work of 2id Interiors.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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