relieving

Example Sentences

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Authorities in California on Sunday said they discovered a crack in a damaged tank of toxic chemicals, potentially relieving pressure as the threat of an explosion has forced tens of thousands of residents to evacuate.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

It usually reserves them for relieving severe funding-market pressures that could spill back into the U.S. economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Hormone therapy remains the most effective first-line option for relieving common menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats, which affect up to 75% of postmenopausal women.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

Camden Council, which is funding the project, said the extra support was "relieving financial pressure at a time when everyday costs are rising".

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The three friends slept in turns, relieving one another through the long watches of the night hours.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques