as in easing
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1
as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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2
as in ridding
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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3
as in replacing
to take the place of
at daybreak a soldier arrived to relieve the one who had spent the night on guard duty
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Recent Examples of relieving
City News Service, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Florida is also expected to face more above-average fire activity through at least June, when the summer’s rainy season ramps up to bring relieving downpours.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
Florida is also expected to face more above-average fire activity through at least June, when the summer’s rainy season ramps up to bring relieving downpours.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Supporters’ contributions help change students’ lives by relieving financial burdens, augmenting the resources that support student learning inside and outside the classroom, the release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
It’s designed to mimic the feeling of a luxury hotel bed, per the brand, with a soft and breathable pillow top, targeted back support, and a pressure-relieving core that contours to your body.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
The dog bed is designed with pressure-relieving orthopedic memory foam to help ensure your pet enjoys optimal comfort.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Companies are looking to slowly chip away at the burden of choice that comes with shopping, travel, and dining, but in relieving customers of their decision-making, firms might run into some unexpected risks.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
Key Takeaways Peppermint oil may begin relieving headache pain within 30 minutes when applied topically.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
After relieving himself, Pulido went to lie down again on a bench and rest, Sapolu said.
—City News Service, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Florida is also expected to face more above-average fire activity through at least June, when the summer’s rainy season ramps up to bring relieving downpours.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
Florida is also expected to face more above-average fire activity through at least June, when the summer’s rainy season ramps up to bring relieving downpours.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Supporters’ contributions help change students’ lives by relieving financial burdens, augmenting the resources that support student learning inside and outside the classroom, the release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
It’s designed to mimic the feeling of a luxury hotel bed, per the brand, with a soft and breathable pillow top, targeted back support, and a pressure-relieving core that contours to your body.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
The dog bed is designed with pressure-relieving orthopedic memory foam to help ensure your pet enjoys optimal comfort.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Companies are looking to slowly chip away at the burden of choice that comes with shopping, travel, and dining, but in relieving customers of their decision-making, firms might run into some unexpected risks.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
Key Takeaways Peppermint oil may begin relieving headache pain within 30 minutes when applied topically.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieving
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The five-year, $11 billion project will add 16 miles of express lanes and a dedicated busway with the aim of alleviating traffic on one of Atlanta’s most stressful roads.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, the conflict is also likely to bolster demand for China’s world-leading green energy manufacturers as countries push to wean themselves off fossil fuel dependency, potentially alleviating a downward price spiral that recently pushed Beijing to curb solar overcapacity.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Ways to Get Rid of Weeds Between Pavers The best method for ridding your patio or stone path of weeds depends largely on the severity of the weed problem.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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During Blue Bloods' 14 seasons from 2010 until 2024, Wahlberg got some experience ridding himself of his Boston accent to play a Brooklynite.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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Sometimes the batteries on the trackers would run low, and McGovern’s team would need to remove and recharge the devices, before surreptitiously replacing them.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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New builds are still coming online, often replacing older houses on some of the best plots.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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Venus in Gemini aligns with Pluto in Aquarius, helping private thoughts turn into conversations that move things forward.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Talking about more than academics, Joyce said CLC’s project to build the Advanced Technology Center in Gurnee, teaching skills for well-paying jobs and a major expansion to the Waukegan campus have made a difference in helping to build the workforce.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Kerr’s motion offense helped the Warriors become a dynasty by freeing up all-time great jumpshooters Curry and Klay Thompson, but some in the organization believe the offensive attack is too open to 3-point variance, according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne and Anthony Slater.—
Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Ultimately, this synergy drives higher ROI while freeing teams from tedious administrative tasks to focus on high-level strategy and end-to-end execution.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2026
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The superseding indictment said Birchmore was between 8 and 10 weeks pregnant with a baby boy.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Bryant was charged in a superseding indictment.—
Kiana Mickles,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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Diaper rash cream, chocolate brown baby booties and throat-soothing lollipops littered the hotel bed.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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There’s truly nothing better than the scent of fresh laundry and soothing lavender!—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
29 Apr. 2026
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Pashinyan’s pro-Western stance led to a deterioration of relations with Moscow, clearing the way for Azerbaijan’s seizure of the territory in 2020-2023.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Apr. 2026
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That includes clearing dead or dying vegetation within 100 feet of all structures, landscaping with fire-resistant plans and non-flammable ground cover, and disposing of landscaping debris in other ways.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Relieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieving. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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