relief from

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A group of budget airlines has asked Congress for relief from certain ticket taxes, and last month sought $2.5 billion in government assistance to help offset higher fuel costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Rosanna Maietta, president and chief executive of the American Hotel and Lodging Assn. however, has said relief from higher labor costs is much-needed in an industry that has struggled to bounce back from pandemic shutdowns.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

"The resulting chaos for patients, providers, pharmacies, and the drug-regulatory system is a quintessential irreparable harm that underscores the need for emergency relief from this Court."

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

Carney has said Canada is prepared to wait things out until its demands are met, such as relief from hefty sector-specific tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

But going to Kate’s had been no relief from pain and his revenge had been no triumph.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck