as in relieving
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 alleviating
But alleviating the fear of the Iranian people is not in itself a plan of action.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
The National Weather Service said the temperatures are expected to rise above freezing late Wednesday morning alleviating any black ice issues.
—Staff Reports, Hartford Courant, 3 Mar. 2026
Five years in the making, the Caerus Steadicam was initially designed for wheelchair users to work in the film industry, but there are advantages also for the able-bodied since the weight distribution is spread out on the wheelchair, thus alleviating the need to carry heavy loads.
—Shirl Leigh
march 02, New Atlas, 2 Mar. 2026
The hollow interior cradles your head, better aligning the vertebrae, maintaining proper blood flow to the neck and head, relieving pressure, and alleviating muscle tension.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
So that was kind of alleviating.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
Oil prices dipped on Tuesday on signs that talks between the US and Iran are alleviating the risk of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, even as the US continues to ramp up pressure on Russia’s oil exports.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Ninety-three miles of new highway lanes are planned for our freeways, with the goal of alleviating congestion.
—Chris Roberts, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Patient perspectives are core components of how benefits, harms, and proportionality are assessed, particularly for interventions aimed at alleviating suffering and improving quality of life.
—Amy Caruso Brown, STAT, 30 Jan. 2026
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
The National Weather Service said the temperatures are expected to rise above freezing late Wednesday morning alleviating any black ice issues.
—Staff Reports, Hartford Courant, 3 Mar. 2026
Five years in the making, the Caerus Steadicam was initially designed for wheelchair users to work in the film industry, but there are advantages also for the able-bodied since the weight distribution is spread out on the wheelchair, thus alleviating the need to carry heavy loads.
—Shirl Leigh
march 02, New Atlas, 2 Mar. 2026
The hollow interior cradles your head, better aligning the vertebrae, maintaining proper blood flow to the neck and head, relieving pressure, and alleviating muscle tension.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
So that was kind of alleviating.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
Oil prices dipped on Tuesday on signs that talks between the US and Iran are alleviating the risk of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, even as the US continues to ramp up pressure on Russia’s oil exports.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Ninety-three miles of new highway lanes are planned for our freeways, with the goal of alleviating congestion.
—Chris Roberts, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Patient perspectives are core components of how benefits, harms, and proportionality are assessed, particularly for interventions aimed at alleviating suffering and improving quality of life.
—Amy Caruso Brown, STAT, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alleviating
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Chamomile Tea Chamomile tea is soothing and helps relax the gut muscles, relieving bloating.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
13 Mar. 2026
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Packed in six layers is a superior blend of cooling and high-density foam layers that provide pressure-relieving back support.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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Return to Cuba In South Florida, the goal of returning has grown stronger for many Cubans who want to take part in helping rebuild the island.—
Sarah Moreno
March 16,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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Now, a new drug holds the promise of helping the World Health Organization meet its goal of eliminating the disease by 2030.—
Fran Kritz,
NPR,
16 Mar. 2026
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Bethune said while tapping strategic oil reserves may help mitigate the demand pinch, easing sanctions on Russian oil will have little impact on world oil prices.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
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However, in recent days traders have abandoned hope of easing from the Fed, with reducing odds of a cut this year.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2026
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For his part, coach Erik Spoelstra has deflected questions about the pairing, with considerable additional mitigating factors in play.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2026
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That would encourage insurers to re-enter the region and bring premiums down to a manageable level, mitigating the financial risks of braving the waterway.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The design blends in seamlessly with the natural landscape, crafted in rich woods and soothing earth tones.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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There’s a hot tub outside as well as a compact indoor sauna (top-notch for soothing weary muscles).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Alleviating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alleviating. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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