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relief

[ri-leef] / rɪˈlif /


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UCLA’s relief pitching continues to be a major strength.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Much to the astronauts' relief, Koch remedied the issue with the toilet aboard Orion -- "I'm proud to call myself the space plumber," she said during a Q&A session late Thursday with US media.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Talks, deals, and economic relief were in ample evidence, with sanctions used as a negotiating tactic but without a credible threat of force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The estimated 178,000 increase in new jobs last month came as a relief after a dismal February employment report.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

As their footsteps retreated, I sagged backward against the cool stone in relief, only to stand back up abruptly as something dug into my back.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin