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as in relieved
to make more bearable or less severe
a car pool alleviates some of the stress of driving the kids to and from school every day
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Recent Examples of alleviated
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
Republicans say alleviated concerns about the management of the lieutenant governor’s campaign, coupled with a focus on cultural issues in some Northern Virginia schools, is benefiting the state’s GOP ticket.
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Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
25 Aug. 2025
Jeff Capellini,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Like the best episodes of The Pitt, this one is extremely stressful, alleviated by the catharsis of watching medical professionals do their jobs well.
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Ew Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 June 2026
Turning the camera assistant off seems to have alleviated those issues.
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Dominic Preston,
The Verge,
23 June 2026
Maglione said basic training on how to assist blind travelers would have totally alleviated his situation.
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Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Here’s what’s happening with whey protein and when strained supplies might be alleviated.
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ABC News,
12 June 2026
Wayfair alleviated some of the overwhelm by sharing its best-sellers list, teeming with popular pieces loved by shoppers.
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Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
The city has fallen back on multiple tax measures to draw more money, though spending cuts have also alleviated — for now — yearly deficits in the General Purpose Fund budget, which pays for most salaries and daily operations.
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Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Under this rule, that fear might have been alleviated, allowing Mescal to campaign in lead for his turn as playwright William Shakespeare.
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Clayton Davis,
Variety,
1 May 2026
Adjective
For its part, China, says the BRI has contributed to the social and economic development of member countries , created thousands of jobs and alleviated poverty, as well as spurring economic growth and commercial partnerships.
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Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
Republicans say alleviated concerns about the management of the lieutenant governor’s campaign, coupled with a focus on cultural issues in some Northern Virginia schools, is benefiting the state’s GOP ticket.
—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
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Jeff Capellini,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Like the best episodes of The Pitt, this one is extremely stressful, alleviated by the catharsis of watching medical professionals do their jobs well.
—
Ew Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 June 2026
Turning the camera assistant off seems to have alleviated those issues.
—
Dominic Preston,
The Verge,
23 June 2026
Maglione said basic training on how to assist blind travelers would have totally alleviated his situation.
—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Here’s what’s happening with whey protein and when strained supplies might be alleviated.
—
ABC News,
12 June 2026
Wayfair alleviated some of the overwhelm by sharing its best-sellers list, teeming with popular pieces loved by shoppers.
—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
The city has fallen back on multiple tax measures to draw more money, though spending cuts have also alleviated — for now — yearly deficits in the General Purpose Fund budget, which pays for most salaries and daily operations.
—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Under this rule, that fear might have been alleviated, allowing Mescal to campaign in lead for his turn as playwright William Shakespeare.
—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alleviated
Adjective
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Real estate developers are already cautiously planning to take advantage of the eased regulations and plan to announce new projects after the law goes into effect.
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Despite the eased restrictions, Rader is still only allowed out of his 8-foot-by-10-foot cell for one hour a day, five days a week.
Verb
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Cuas relieved pitcher Matt Strahm in the eighth inning and limited the Rays to just two hits and one run.
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Plans are so intense, officers will work 12-hour tours and will not be able to leave their posts unless relieved by another officer in person.
Adjective
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He was slowed early in his recovery from a knee injury and then saw a decreased role in the rotation in the last month, playing only seven minutes in three tournament games.
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Just like in humans, salmonella exposure can sicken pets, causing lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fever and a decreased appetite.
Verb
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The toxicity of pro-Israel groups in Democratic primaries has been mitigated by the rise of artificial intelligence and crypto industry PACs.
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While a yellow placard signals two or more major violations, these are typically corrected or mitigated during the inspection, according to the Sacramento County Retail Food Inspection Guide.
Adjective
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The budget also establishes 22,770 new slots for free or reduced childcare, which Newsom had proposed decreasing.
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Employees may appreciate the flexibility, but if customers experience slower service, inconsistent support, or reduced responsiveness, the model becomes difficult to sustain.
Verb
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Oil prices fell to their lowest level since the US-Israel war with Iran, as growing signs of a tentative return to normality through the Strait of Hormuz soothed markets.
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How to handle it A lot of Virgo’s crankiness can be soothed with helping them get organized and practice self-compassion.
Verb
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China has helped cushion the global oil shock, seen its clean energy tech exports surge and framed the war in Iran as another example in which Chinese leadership could supersede the US in ending global conflicts.
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State workers continue to push against the return-to-office order and for telework, which Service Employees International Union Local 1000 President Anica Walls said has helped reduce traffic.
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“Alleviated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alleviated. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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