eased (up)

Definition of eased (up)next
past tense of ease (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for eased (up)
Verb
  • The heaviest rainfall will continue to focus over the windward portions of the islands, letting up Monday afternoon.
    ABC News, ABC News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • The rookie tackle let up a sack and was penalized for a false start.
    Doug Kyed, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • However, turning him into the next Weaver will be easier said than done, though the Yankees got off to a nice start by tweaking his arsenal after he was designated for assignment by the Mets last season.
    Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • The Tar Heels tied the game again at 51 as the Hurricanes got off to a 4-for-14 start from the field in the second half.
    Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • These slippers are slightly recessed to fit your foot perfectly.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Architectural Accents Many homes, especially older ones, feature unique nooks, corners, and recessed portions of walls.
    Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 6 Feb. 2026
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“Eased (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eased%20%28up%29. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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