relieve
Example Sentences
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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
"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
I’d done all I could do to relieve the pressure in my wrist.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.