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as in alleviates
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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as in rids
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
the bellhop relieved him of his luggage and led him to the elevator
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as in replaces
to take the place of
at daybreak a soldier arrived to relieve the one who had spent the night on guard duty
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Recent Examples of relieves
That relieves the burden on the central network, which lowers the risk of blackouts and congestion.
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Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
This lavender version relieves muscle tension, soothes aches and softens skin while relaxing your mind in fragrant floral steam.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Another important factor is if a jacket limits mobility or gets in the way when the dog relieves itself.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
The partnership relieves overcrowding at the shelter, which has recently seen an uptick in the average length of stay before getting adopted, said shelter spokesperson Jen Smieja.
—Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
The steamers use clean, natural ingredients offering aromatherapy that relieves congestion, allergies, and stress.
—Veronica Booth, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
Start with the Scalp Revival Shampoo, an exfoliating cleanser that busts buildup and relieves scalp flaking.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The technique relieves mechanical stress that could interfere with bonding.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2024
Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
This lavender version relieves muscle tension, soothes aches and softens skin while relaxing your mind in fragrant floral steam.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Another important factor is if a jacket limits mobility or gets in the way when the dog relieves itself.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
The partnership relieves overcrowding at the shelter, which has recently seen an uptick in the average length of stay before getting adopted, said shelter spokesperson Jen Smieja.
—Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
The steamers use clean, natural ingredients offering aromatherapy that relieves congestion, allergies, and stress.
—Veronica Booth, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
Start with the Scalp Revival Shampoo, an exfoliating cleanser that busts buildup and relieves scalp flaking.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The technique relieves mechanical stress that could interfere with bonding.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieves
Verb
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Thuney is the kind of player that alleviates concerns, but with his departure, the team might be betting too much on young talent.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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No one disputes that gentrification is real, but numerous studies confirm that building more homes alleviates overall housing costs in all communities.—
Miguel Chacon,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Although more expensive and labor-intensive, the practice replaces much of the Central Valley’s roughly 500,000 acres of rice with temporary wetlands during the winter, a semblance of how the land would naturally function without dams, and levees and civilization.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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The bill replaces the state’s once-a-year test with three shorter exams, to be given at the beginning, middle and end of the school year.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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DermaVantage moisturizing lotion soothes and moisturizes dry, sensitive skin.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Fulton & Roark Fulton & Rourke deodorant not only comes in a huge variety of the brand’s elevated scents, but also contains aloe barbadensis leaf extract, which soothes and hydrates irritated skin.—
Kristen Philipkoski,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Think beyond consumer transactions, including supplier payments, gig payouts, and payroll, anywhere cash efficiency frees up capital.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The move frees up just over $1 million in cap space for the Patriots.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Modifications to gravity, which add additional parameters but have failed to create a consistent picture that supersedes general relativity.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
28 Aug. 2025
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In his book-length study, Transcendental Style in Film, Paul Schrader argues that for a film in the transcendental style, form supersedes content.—
Roy Scranton
August 20,
Literary Hub,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The heat will stick around, with low to mid-90s expected Sunday and into early next week before the worst of it finally eases.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Slack in the jobs market eases some of the Fed's concerns about fueling inflation with a rate cut.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After checking their minds for influence from the Mule, Gaal clears them all — except Magnifico, of course.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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As Stromberg says, once the referee’s office clears a match for play, one of the USTA’s two announcers calls the players to the practice desk.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Don Felder, a second cousin who now helps manage Gibson’s estate and legacy, grew up hearing her tell stories breaking the barriers in tennis and then in golf.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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For many perennials, occasional division helps keep them healthy and maximizes their flower power.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Relieves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieves. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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