relieve
Example Sentences
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"Speaking both as a scientist and as a family member of people affected by chronic pain, the potential to relieve suffering without fueling the opioid crisis is exciting."
From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 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
"We can also go through your unique situation to see if you're entitled to any benefits or discounts that could relieve the strain. Pop in and see us."
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
He continued to add pressure until I twisted slightly, wrapping my arm behind my back to relieve the strain.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.