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as in consolation
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
my coworkers' kind words gave me some relief from the grief that I was feeling upon the death of my partner
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as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
I can't go home from my nursing shift until my relief shows up to take over
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as in comfort
reduction of or freedom from pain
the aspirin gave him some relief from the headache
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Recent Examples of relief
In its decision issued Dec. 17, 2021, the Superior Court denied the relief, stating:
The court cannot ignore that Dexter killed a 95-year-old woman.
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John J. Houlihan Jr, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
The woman is requesting the full prize amount, coverage of attorney costs and permanent injunctive relief.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 May 2025
The evolution of Spain’s television landscape could offer partial relief.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
Afghanistan The Trump administration terminated a form of humanitarian relief for nearly 12,000 Afghan nationals living in the US this week.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
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John J. Houlihan Jr, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
The woman is requesting the full prize amount, coverage of attorney costs and permanent injunctive relief.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 May 2025
The evolution of Spain’s television landscape could offer partial relief.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
Afghanistan The Trump administration terminated a form of humanitarian relief for nearly 12,000 Afghan nationals living in the US this week.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
Noun
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Platense defeated Racing Club in the previous round so the team is on an incredible run, but that won’t be much consolation for River Plate, who would have been looking forward to home advantage in the semi-finals against San Lorenzo.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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For United, the UEFA Cup/Europa League was a tinpot consolation for clubs which couldn’t cut it.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
Noun
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But the reality is that there is no replacement for Pulisic.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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In addition to its larger screen, this adds to the longevity and usefulness of this system as a desktop replacement.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
21 May 2025
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Designed with seasonless dressing in mind, the collection introduces convertible 3-in-1 pieces that offer flexibility and comfort, adapting to evolving weather patterns with ease.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
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Best Wayfair Patio Furniture Memorial Day Sales If staycations are on the calendar this year, outdoor furniture that mimics the luxury and comfort of a resort is a must.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2025
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What stuck with her most were the messages of encouragement and the resilience of the kittens themselves.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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On Saturday, Brinkley – who was married to Joel from 1985 to 1994 – took to social media to share her support and offer words of encouragement as Joel prepares to battle normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare disorder which affects his vision, hearing and balance.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2025
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The information provided here is not legal advice and does not purport to be a substitute for advice of counsel on any specific matter.—
Jonathan Carson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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The time allocated could not be a substitute for instructional time.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2025
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Brown and her two adult daughters face charges of wire fraud conspiracy and wire fraud used to falsely obtain pandemic relief loans, according to an indictment in federal district court and a Thursday news release from Charlotte’s U.S. attorney.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
23 May 2025
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After his release from the hospital, he was booked into the Wise County Jail.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2025
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During the open practice on Tuesday, TCU was relaxed and at ease going through a series of warms up.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 May 2025
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The sleek design blends the ease of a ballet flat with the structure of a loafer, while the breathable knit upper keeps your feet cool and makes for easy packing during vacations and weekend getaways.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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