relief from

Example Sentences

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Spirit Airlines wound down operations after high fuel prices jeopardized its ability to exit bankruptcy, and efforts to gain relief from the U.S. government fell apart.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 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

Last week, Canada’s trade chief said that relief from tariffs on automobiles, steel, aluminum and other sectors would be necessary to renew the USMCA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

It’s the latest agreement that wields the power of tariff relief from the government to seal concessions from private industry.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

The resulting hole evoked a giant grave and exuded the same musty chill, but this was not unwelcome for it provided workers with relief from the intensifying summer heat.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson