as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
this medicine should mitigate the pain until the strained muscle heals itself
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Recent Examples of mitigating
Recognizing these patterns is the first step in mitigating their effects.
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True Tamplin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Human experts play a major role in identifying and mitigating these biases.
—George Tsarouchas, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
What separates a great investor from a good one is proactivity around identifying and mitigating those risks as soon as the deal is final, preferably even before closing.
—Dan Hawkins, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
This transparency aids employees in comprehending the benefits of the new system and proactively addresses any potential concerns by mitigating uncertainty and resistance.
—Cory McNeley, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
There are some mitigating circumstances, including the exit of Slot’s predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, in May.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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
Educators and policymakers must act swiftly to harness AI’s potential while mitigating its risks.
—Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
These services are crucial not only for the well-being of residents but also for mitigating and adapting to climate change, ensuring that cities are both resilient and sustainable for future generations.
—Anacláudia Rossbach, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
True Tamplin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Human experts play a major role in identifying and mitigating these biases.
—George Tsarouchas, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
What separates a great investor from a good one is proactivity around identifying and mitigating those risks as soon as the deal is final, preferably even before closing.
—Dan Hawkins, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
This transparency aids employees in comprehending the benefits of the new system and proactively addresses any potential concerns by mitigating uncertainty and resistance.
—Cory McNeley, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
There are some mitigating circumstances, including the exit of Slot’s predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, in May.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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
Educators and policymakers must act swiftly to harness AI’s potential while mitigating its risks.
—Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
These services are crucial not only for the well-being of residents but also for mitigating and adapting to climate change, ensuring that cities are both resilient and sustainable for future generations.
—Anacláudia Rossbach, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mitigating
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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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Archway Homes will buy the home and make the repairs needed, relieving the sellers of the hassle and expense.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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Xylitol may have other health benefits, including preventing ear and sinus infections, increasing bone density, and relieving constipation.—
Adrienne Dellwo,
Verywell Health,
5 Jan. 2025
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The soothing sound of water from the fountains, accompanied by the fragrant aromas of essential oils immediately ease the senses once inside the spa.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Simply pop them in a microwave to provide up to an hour of soothing warmth and comfort.—
Wayfair,
refinery29.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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Its next-generation smart gate system uses AI and machine learning to verify the identities of drivers, vehicles, and goods, significantly easing congestion and streamlining administrative processes.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Jan. 2025
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Potassium may help lower high blood pressure by flushing excess sodium through urine and easing tension on the walls of your blood vessels.—
Lindsey DeSoto, RD, LD,
Verywell Health,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Mitigating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mitigating. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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