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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
The Elevate Florida program could reduce the risk of flood damage, which could potentially lower insurance claims and bring relief to homeowners facing soaring premiums.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Warren did not speak with the media, but family members voiced their relief and joy, CBS affiliate KCTV reported.
—CBS News, 12 Dec. 2024
In its more than 13 years of existence, the bureau has secured more than $17.5 billion in compensation and other relief for consumers mulcted by the financial services industry and built up a victims relief fund worth more than $4 billion.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Crohn’s disease may be a lifelong condition, but today, there are an abundance of effective treatments that can help bring relief to your symptoms and reduce your risk of experiencing more serious health complications.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Warren did not speak with the media, but family members voiced their relief and joy, CBS affiliate KCTV reported.
—CBS News, 12 Dec. 2024
In its more than 13 years of existence, the bureau has secured more than $17.5 billion in compensation and other relief for consumers mulcted by the financial services industry and built up a victims relief fund worth more than $4 billion.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Crohn’s disease may be a lifelong condition, but today, there are an abundance of effective treatments that can help bring relief to your symptoms and reduce your risk of experiencing more serious health complications.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
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However, the specific concerns, values, and language each group uses to describe their disappointment could differ, so effective AI consolation may need to be attuned to these nuances.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The consolation: All three of those opponents (Charlotte, Tulsa, Rice) entered the weekend three or more games below .500.Joey Knight, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Nov. 2024
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Traditionally, vehicle owners took their cars and trucks to dealerships, garages and other providers of service for such things as oil changes, tire rotation, battery replacement, and work related to recalls.Bill Koenig, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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When certain items were unavailable the model chose suitable replacements based on its own knowledge about cooking.Will Knight, WIRED, 11 Dec. 2024
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In terms of industry trends, casual wear has continued to dominate the men’s fashion market, with many consumers shifting away from formal attire in favor of pieces that offer versatility and comfort.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Hot teas are a standard part of life for many Blue Zone centenarians, offering comfort and health benefits.Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, Health, 11 Dec. 2024
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Muir offered the Lang brothers words of encouragement.Eric Noll, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Yet, according to the lawsuit, the chatbots' encouragements can turn dark, inappropriate, or even violent.Bobby Allyn, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
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Use as an Egg Substitute Flaxseeds are a common egg substitute, especially in vegan or allergy-friendly recipes.Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, Health, 16 Dec. 2024
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But there’s still no substitute for the experience of watching an actor crawl into the skin of another person and take them out for a spin.Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Fall City Police Department’s Community Action & Suppression Team was executing a search warrant when 33-year-old Robert Langlais and another suspect fled on the roof, police said in a news release.Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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The safety features include modifications to the site's LLM and improvements to detection and intervention systems, the site said in a news release Thursday.Kerry Breen, CBS News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Steve Nelson, the president of Aetna and a former chief executive at UnitedHealthcare, said Mr. Thompson had a self-deprecating sense of humor that put others at ease.Amy Julia Harris, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Johnson, who is six feet three and powerfully built, is at ease with himself in a way that puts others at ease.Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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