RIDDED Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

rid

verb

ˈrid

Definition of rid

as in to relieve

to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers worked two jobs to rid himself of debt

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After a walk loaded the bases, Erik Sabrowski relieved and struck out Munetaka Murakami on a foul tip, the pitcher letting out a yell.

— Joe Reedy, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026
The White Sox loaded the bases in the sixth inning before Erik Sabrowski relieved Williams and struck out Murakami.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of relieve

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Slickwater uses a mix of water, sand, and thin, friction-reducing chemicals rather than thicker gels to shatter dense shale rock deep underground and free the gas.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
In March, the company bought the technology firm Uplight, which utilities can use to free up more power in the grid by subtly modulating their customers’ consumption.

— Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of free

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Begich’s name recognition presents a hurdle for Hill’s campaign, but some Democrats tried to clear a better path for Hill.

— Becky Bohrer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
That was no more evidenced than in the final lap, when teammate Christopher Bell vied for Briscoe’s spot and took the low line on Turns 3 and 4 and even knocked into Briscoe but couldn’t clear his car.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Oct. 2026

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