as in easing
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1
as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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2
as in ridding
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 replacing
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 relieving
Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 29 May 2026
Ideally, this will take place immersed in nature, the quintessential stress-relieving environment.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 29 May 2026
Lavender may be known for its stress-relieving fragrance, but its delicate lavender, purple, blue, or white blooms and narrow silvery foliage also add a nice touch to your flower garden.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
The tank cracked by chance, relieving pressure and eventually allowing residents to return home after the temperature remained stable without intervention.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
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
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
The Tiami mattress, now 35% off for Memorial Day, is a design-forward, luxury mattress that has cooling and pain-relieving properties.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 21 May 2026
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul focuses on a full-body reset with tension-relieving massage and hydrating wraps.
—Melinda Sheckells, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Verb
For a pain-relieving exercise, lie on your back and put a belt around your knees.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 29 May 2026
Ideally, this will take place immersed in nature, the quintessential stress-relieving environment.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 29 May 2026
Lavender may be known for its stress-relieving fragrance, but its delicate lavender, purple, blue, or white blooms and narrow silvery foliage also add a nice touch to your flower garden.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
The tank cracked by chance, relieving pressure and eventually allowing residents to return home after the temperature remained stable without intervention.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
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
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
The Tiami mattress, now 35% off for Memorial Day, is a design-forward, luxury mattress that has cooling and pain-relieving properties.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 21 May 2026
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul focuses on a full-body reset with tension-relieving massage and hydrating wraps.
—Melinda Sheckells, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieving
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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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Ways to Get Rid of Weeds Between Pavers The best method for ridding your patio or stone path of weeds depends largely on the severity of the weed problem.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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During Blue Bloods' 14 seasons from 2010 until 2024, Wahlberg got some experience ridding himself of his Boston accent to play a Brooklynite.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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Architect Robert Morris-Nunn and his firm Circa retained much of the original factory’s bones, reportedly replacing only four beams, while transforming the site into an upscale art boutique hotel within one of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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For in-demand air defense systems, replacing as many as 290 THAAD, or Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, interceptors that shot down incoming Iranian drones and missiles could take until the end of 2029, CSIS estimates.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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Guests are encouraged to get involved by taking an apiary tour of the bee hives, helping with coral reef restoration, building fish shelters, or joining a snorkeling safari of the giant clam sanctuary at Punta Bunga beach.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Technology is increasingly being viewed as a key enabler of operational clarity, helping family offices strengthen decision-making and support long-term growth.—
Paul Westall,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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This allows easier access to the room than a ladder would, while also freeing up floorspace in the living room.—
Adam Williams
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
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With the courts leading that process, millions of people will have their records automatically cleared, freeing them to get better jobs, housing, and education.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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But after the case was transferred to adult prosecution and a federal grand jury returned a superseding indictment, the government asked the court to revisit that release decision.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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That superseding indictment said Birchmore was between 8 and 10 weeks pregnant with a baby boy.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
26 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
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The bases-clearing double plated three runs and allowed Regis Jesuit to exhale with a five-run lead.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Right Now With May coming to a close, Amazon is clearing stock with a huge sale.—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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“Relieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieving. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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