as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
a gentle breeze would allay the heat
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Recent Examples of allay
World soccer’s calendar is already saturated beyond breaking point and shoehorning another major tournament in the summer does very little to allay concerns over players’ welfare.
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Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Recession fears have been somewhat allayed after the Trump administration lowered tariffs on China significantly last week.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
Ahead, find the best wrinkle fillers to flood the skin with hydration, boost collagen production, and deliver other benefits that can allay the return of wrinkles between appointments.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Fears that the Wrigley video board would overwhelm the senses and make the center field scoreboard seem obsolete have mostly been allayed over the last decade.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Recession fears have been somewhat allayed after the Trump administration lowered tariffs on China significantly last week.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
Ahead, find the best wrinkle fillers to flood the skin with hydration, boost collagen production, and deliver other benefits that can allay the return of wrinkles between appointments.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Fears that the Wrigley video board would overwhelm the senses and make the center field scoreboard seem obsolete have mostly been allayed over the last decade.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allay
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Shriners Hospitals for Children have also alleviated the financial burden on the Petersons by covering the costs of Hadley's medical procedures, some of which would normally cost tens of thousands of dollars.—
Analisa Novak,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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And if its alleviating dryness in the air, look no further than Levoit’s humidifier which adds moisture with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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Troy Morrow − whose 76-year-old mother suffered facial fractures and a concussion after being knocked to the pavement by Raleigh's son during the incident − was visibly relieved after the jury in Hamilton County Municipal Court announced its decision.—
Kevin Grasha,
The Enquirer,
11 July 2025
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Designed for a couch-like feel, this bed helps relieve pressure on your dog’s joints.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
10 July 2025
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Reducing your carb intake can help lessen blood sugar spikes.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
14 July 2025
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His 32 homers have helped keep the Dodgers in first place, but he’s hit just three of them during the month of July.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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One 2013 study found that the sound of waves relaxed people more than soothing music, so perhaps that is what’s having an effect.—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Trump had sought to deliver peace by soothing U.S. relations with Russia and distancing Washington from Ukraine, but now sees himself as misled by Putin.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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This approach, the companies say, not only mitigates legal risk but establishes a higher standard for the ethical use of AI in media.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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For these reasons, Austin’s flood risk through Wednesday is mitigated.—
Justin Ballard,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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The city would also have to implement measures to fast-track developments with affordable housing in more affluent, majority-white neighborhoods by easing zoning restrictions and approvals, per the agreement, sources who were privy to the negotiations said.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
9 July 2025
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Being prepared also eases the emotional drain and financial instability that can occur when a career curveball, such as a layoff, catches you off guard.—
Kevin Walters,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Allay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allay. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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