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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
Start with the Scalp Revival Shampoo, an exfoliating cleanser that busts buildup and relieves scalp flaking.
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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
This hybrid mattress combines gel memory foam, high-density foam, and a plush pillow top for a medium-firm feel that relieves pressure and keeps you cool.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
While Hezbollah had suffered major losses under attacks from Israel, the truce also relieves pressure on Israel’s military, as the country’s largely reserve forces have been fighting on multiple fronts for more a year.
—Laura Kelly, The Hill, 27 Nov. 2024
Plus, knowing that your turkey is practically foolproof relieves you of the usual anxiety that the day won’t go just right.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2024
Available in sizes ranging from twin XL to California king, the 3-inch topper relieves pressure and minimizes motion transfer.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024
That relieves the congested roads, that allows resources to stay in place.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
Their presence also arguably relieves strain on on-duty officers, a city audit noted.
—Kyle Stokes, Axios, 8 Oct. 2024
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
This hybrid mattress combines gel memory foam, high-density foam, and a plush pillow top for a medium-firm feel that relieves pressure and keeps you cool.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
While Hezbollah had suffered major losses under attacks from Israel, the truce also relieves pressure on Israel’s military, as the country’s largely reserve forces have been fighting on multiple fronts for more a year.
—Laura Kelly, The Hill, 27 Nov. 2024
Plus, knowing that your turkey is practically foolproof relieves you of the usual anxiety that the day won’t go just right.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2024
Available in sizes ranging from twin XL to California king, the 3-inch topper relieves pressure and minimizes motion transfer.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024
That relieves the congested roads, that allows resources to stay in place.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2024
Their presence also arguably relieves strain on on-duty officers, a city audit noted.
—Kyle Stokes, Axios, 8 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieves
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This development not only offers hope for people living with HIV but also alleviates the critical shortage of donor organs nationwide, a step hailed by experts and advocates alike as a triumph for medical progress and public health.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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For many small-business owners, the decision alleviates financial pressures.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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Essentially, the photonic chip replaces traditional circuitry with light, where optical data flows through the system to accomplish computing goals on a lower energy footprint.John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The restaurant, which replaces the former Blue Agave in the Waterways Shoppes at Parkland plaza, plans to debut later this fall, joining its flagship in east Boca Raton.Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
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It’s loaded with niacinamide, which strengthens the skin and soothes irritation.Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
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The Laneige lip mask soothes and moisturizes your lips for a lush, smooth feel.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
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Reframing failure as part of the process, rather than the end of it, frees us from its chokehold.Mark Kane, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Shifting your focus from perfection to progress frees you from the fear of failure.Joe Altieri, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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That case, which overturned the conviction of a man convicted under a state law that prevented slave-catching, held that while federal law supersedes state law, states are not required to use their resources to uphold federal laws.Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
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But, as one particularly taxing day goes on, her loyalty to her employees and doing right by them supersedes her job.EW.com, EW.com, 30 Sep. 2024
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In theory, the policy eases access to funds, stimulates economic activity and boosts demand.Max Zahn, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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United Parcel Service could benefit from lower interest rates as inflation eases, according to BMO Capital Markets.Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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The good news is that strengthening character not only mitigates failure but also fosters innovation, creativity, and agility.Mary Crossan, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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This proactive approach maintains your creditworthiness, mitigates the risk of default and safeguards access to future financing.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Relieves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieves. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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