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rid

verb

ˈrid How to pronounce rid (audio)
Definition of ridnext
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rid
  1. relieve
  2. free
  3. clear
Verb
  • Because the underlying mechanisms driving this persistent pain are unknown, treatment options are centered on relieving symptoms but largely fall short.
    — Andrew Bubak, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Humor becomes a way of both relieving and postponing tension.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of relieve
Verb
  • This sets off a chemical reaction freeing phosphorus, a primary nutrient for the algae, from the lake floor.
    — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Just that 30-second interaction in Bobby’s office totally freed me up.
    — Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of free
Verb
  • When the skies cleared Sunday, hundreds arrived for the festival’s final day, filling much of the grounds.
    — J.M. Banks, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026
  • After Adam’s Law cleared the California legislature and headed to Newsom’s desk, O’Leary praised the effort.
    — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of clear
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“Rid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rid. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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