ease up
Example Sentences
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The older and more settled we are, perhaps we ease up on it and instead rest on our reputation and ability to deliver.
From MarketWatch ● May 29, 2026
It seemed likely that the prosecution would ease up in person, recognizing the silliness of it all.
From Slate ● May 4, 2026
Switzerland has gone against a broader move by global regulators to ease up on banks to stimulate economic growth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
Greer recently threatened External link tariff hikes or other measures if the EU didn’t ease up on “discriminatory and harassing lawsuits, taxes, fines, and directives” against U.S. technology.
From Barron's ● Dec. 22, 2025
I felt a pressure in my chest ease up, and I was able to breathe regular and deep.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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