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
Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
The craniectomy, which removed 40 percent of her skull, saved Erbert's life by relieving pressure caused by the hematoma, a collection of blood that had formed from a burst blood vessel.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026
Cormann warned that government spending aimed at relieving energy costs needed to be aimed at those most in need and temporary, to avoid running up excess government debt and preserving incentives to save energy.
—David McHugh, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
That crack, Covey and others later said, might be a sign of imminent explosion, or a sign that the tank is relieving pressure from within.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
But the language in his contract with Vegas states the Golden Knights must grant him permission to interview elsewhere even after relieving him of his coaching duties in late March.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Heated wraps and massagers are ideal for relieving these issues.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
Stress-relieving travel can also slow the shortening of telomeres, one of the indicators of biological age.
—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
Verb
Numerous foods possess anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties that can support joint health.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
The craniectomy, which removed 40 percent of her skull, saved Erbert's life by relieving pressure caused by the hematoma, a collection of blood that had formed from a burst blood vessel.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026
Cormann warned that government spending aimed at relieving energy costs needed to be aimed at those most in need and temporary, to avoid running up excess government debt and preserving incentives to save energy.
—David McHugh, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
That crack, Covey and others later said, might be a sign of imminent explosion, or a sign that the tank is relieving pressure from within.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
But the language in his contract with Vegas states the Golden Knights must grant him permission to interview elsewhere even after relieving him of his coaching duties in late March.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Heated wraps and massagers are ideal for relieving these issues.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
Stress-relieving travel can also slow the shortening of telomeres, one of the indicators of biological age.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieving
Adjective
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And right now, the Eric Dane story isn’t much helping.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But the Bears coach also understands his responsibility in alleviating pressure from Williams and creating fuel-efficient opportunities for explosive plays.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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They’re designed to mimic the types of chairs in spaceships, alleviating dangerous pressure on the body.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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However, the addition of an ingredient or two can turn baking soda into an ant-ridding remedy in a pinch.—
Rabekah Henderson,
The Spruce,
5 June 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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Studio had some formidable shoes to fill, replacing the eponymous and long-beloved French fine-dining institution that had defined special-occasion fine dining in Laguna Beach for more than twenty years.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The execution method, which involves strapping a respirator onto the inmate's face and replacing breathable air with pure nitrogen gas, causing death by lack of oxygen, has been criticized by opponents as inhumane and torturous.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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But the First Lady’s memoir is the wrong place for such self-soothing rhetoric.—
Amy Davidson Sorkin,
New Yorker,
9 June 2026
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How Apollo Neuro Works The Apollo Neuro is a small wearable that delivers soothing haptic vibrations designed to signal safety to the nervous system.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
Verb
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These automation platforms are heavily leaning into AI to allow these mundane and repetitive transactions flow through your accounting system with minimal or no human involvement, freeing up your accounting staff to perform other functions.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Analysts have noted that retail investors could be causing some of the weakness in chips by freeing up dry powder in preparation for the blockbuster IPO – though Bank of America noted that last week’s sell-off was driven by big institutional money.—
Tobias Burns,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Verb
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In a concession to the council, Lee’s proposal would repeal a local law that disallows council members from superseding the administrator and giving orders to city staff.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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Aurora Phelps, 44, is accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from older men by draining their bank accounts and using their credit cards to make purchases at luxury retailers including Dior, according to a superseding indictment filed in Nevada and obtained by PEOPLE.—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Hotel operators in North Texas say reservations are finally gaining momentum ahead of the FIFA World Cup, easing concerns after a slower-than-expected start.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Meanwhile, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum issued a decree on Tuesday aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving security in the capital ahead of the tournament.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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“Relieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieving. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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