as in easing
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as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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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
Martta Kelly, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
This winter has already kicked off with atmospheric rivers on both the East and West Coasts, causing widespread flooding, but also relieving drought conditions in some regions.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, vintage advertisements from the early 20th century claimed that smoking provided a variety of health benefits, from relieving stress and anxiety to helping with indigestion, weight gain, depression, and even respiratory infections.
—Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 12 Dec. 2024
The unique grid design promotes better posture while relieving tension on your spine and glutes.
—Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
So, for any serious athlete, the Pro Plus is a great choice for relieving deep muscle aches and knots.
—Cai Cramer, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
For pressure-relieving memory foam via the most popular hybrid mattress, shop the Premier Hybrid, down from $2,046 to $1,099.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024
Multimodal analgesia uses a combination of at least two medications or anesthetic techniques, each relieving pain through distinct mechanisms.
—Heather Margonari, Discover Magazine, 28 Nov. 2024
Healthcare providers instead focus on relieving symptoms and preventing potential complications.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 28 Nov. 2024
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In some cases, they've been recommended for years as part of an overall approach to relieving these symptoms.
—Martta Kelly, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
This winter has already kicked off with atmospheric rivers on both the East and West Coasts, causing widespread flooding, but also relieving drought conditions in some regions.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, vintage advertisements from the early 20th century claimed that smoking provided a variety of health benefits, from relieving stress and anxiety to helping with indigestion, weight gain, depression, and even respiratory infections.
—Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 12 Dec. 2024
The unique grid design promotes better posture while relieving tension on your spine and glutes.
—Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
So, for any serious athlete, the Pro Plus is a great choice for relieving deep muscle aches and knots.
—Cai Cramer, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
For pressure-relieving memory foam via the most popular hybrid mattress, shop the Premier Hybrid, down from $2,046 to $1,099.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024
Multimodal analgesia uses a combination of at least two medications or anesthetic techniques, each relieving pain through distinct mechanisms.
—Heather Margonari, Discover Magazine, 28 Nov. 2024
Healthcare providers instead focus on relieving symptoms and preventing potential complications.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieving
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Research — a survey of 109 CEOs of major Canadian organizations, complemented by in-depth qualitative interviews with 46 of them — suggests six strategies for alleviating loneliness that leaders can employ.Alaric Bourgoin, Sarah L. Wright, Jean-François Harvey, Saouré Kouamé, Harvard Business Review, 23 Dec. 2024
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Much of this latest round of donations went to organizations focused on alleviating poverty, Scott wrote in a blog post on Wednesday.Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
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At a June meeting, the City Council approved modifications to the project, including replacing trees slated for removal with larger trees than previously envisioned and adding shade structures to cover the sidewalk.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The top cop was sworn in last month, replacing Interim Commissioner Thomas Donlon, who had the spot since the September retirement of Commissioner Edward Caban, whose phone was seized by the feds amid a sprawling investigation that involves other police and City Hall officials.Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
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And that’s ultimately such a great, freeing place to be.Jim Ryan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Once implemented, blockchain can enable automated enforcement of compliance standards, freeing teams to focus on innovation rather than regulation.Mrinal Manohar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Alvarez was charged on superseding information.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Prosecutors have said their criminal investigation is ongoing and additional charges or defendants could be added in a possible superseding indictment.Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
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Upon my arrival, I was embraced by the soothing sounds of nature and greeted with a traditional blessing of holy water and a sprinkle of rice on my forehead, which symbolizes prosperity and well-being.Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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Then, both derms recommend following that up with a moisturizer containing soothing all-stars like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides, or an occlusive like petroleum jelly to protect and lock hydration into your irritated skin.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
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Inflation for the super-rich is easing.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Semiconductor stocks are on pace for another winning year as artificial intelligence investments ramp up and show no signs of easing.Samantha Subin, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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There are some mitigating circumstances, including the exit of Slot’s predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, in May.Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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But there are mitigating factors behind his inability to thrive during his five-year spell at Old Trafford.Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Relieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieving. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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