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relieve

[ri-leev] / rɪˈliv /




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“This is the only place where I can relieve the stress.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

It was reminiscent of Roger Federer at his best, able to relieve pressure and deflate opponents by serving his way out of trouble.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Shorter lines would actually relieve pressure to get a funding deal done by taking away a major pain point.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

The program is designed to help people stick with their treatment and relieve doctors of extra work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

To do so, you have to relieve the pressure of decision making in other areas.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell