1
as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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2
as in to rid
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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Recent Examples of relieve
There is no antiviral drug or treatment that can cure measles, but medical care can help relieve symptoms.
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Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 9 July 2025
For a Headache Anecdotal evidence suggests a warm shower can also help relieve headaches.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
Per her doctor’s instructions, the queen sipped a liquid form of cannabis to relieve her monthly menstrual symptoms.
—Sam Kelly, Time, 8 July 2025
The facility intends to relieve overcrowding in local jails and support President Donald Trump and his administration’s mass deportation initiative.
—Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2025
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Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 9 July 2025
For a Headache Anecdotal evidence suggests a warm shower can also help relieve headaches.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
Per her doctor’s instructions, the queen sipped a liquid form of cannabis to relieve her monthly menstrual symptoms.
—Sam Kelly, Time, 8 July 2025
The facility intends to relieve overcrowding in local jails and support President Donald Trump and his administration’s mass deportation initiative.
—Heather Hunter, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieve
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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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There are no long tubes, no extra pieces, and no filters to replace.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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To replace two of the units, Seely suggested in his presentation that ERCOT substitute with its Life Cycle Power mobile generation unites, which are currently leased to CenterPoint Energy, CNP, for emergency purposes.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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This helps incorporate air into the batter and helps the cake rise in the oven.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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But in some instances, health insurers help cover related costs.—
Rhitu Chatterjee,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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The raptor stayed on top of her, even as the woman’s partner tried to free her.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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And, of course, using social media less could also free up more time for parents to spend playing with their kids.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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Some countries have specific legislation that supersedes private contractual arrangements, effectively nullifying termination clauses regardless of the circumstances that trigger them.—
Mohaimina Haque,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Federal, state and even municipal policy will supersede churches’ best efforts to support and perhaps even shield immigrations.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
2 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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Even if paroled in Washington, California has active murder charges pending, Pack explained, working to ease concerns for those who are worried about public safety if he is paroled.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
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The forum comes one day after Detroit City Council approved regulatory changes to ease the burdens of obtaining a business license in the city.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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“Relieve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieve. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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