as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
this medicine should mitigate the pain until the strained muscle heals itself
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Recent Examples of mitigating
This approach is crucial for mitigating downsides and enhancing the benefits of AI for societal mental well-being.
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Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
At worst, these mitigating factors would knock two-thirds off any improvement.
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Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
Still, the retailer lost at least $2 million due to the costs of business disruption and investigating and mitigating the threat, prosecutors said.
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Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
The findings suggest that requiring face mask use in public could help in mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
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Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
During a defendant's sentencing phase, defense attorneys are duty-bound to present mitigating evidence that could spare their client from a death sentence.
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Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Carvalho’s representative said there were mitigating factors in each instance and nothing would have been cause for dismissal.
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Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Financial backers and corporate partners indicate that moving high-density computing to the ocean offers a viable template for scaling global technology infrastructure while mitigating the economic and ecological impact on civilian communities.
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Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
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Ca Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
At worst, these mitigating factors would knock two-thirds off any improvement.
—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
Still, the retailer lost at least $2 million due to the costs of business disruption and investigating and mitigating the threat, prosecutors said.
—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
The findings suggest that requiring face mask use in public could help in mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
—
Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
During a defendant's sentencing phase, defense attorneys are duty-bound to present mitigating evidence that could spare their client from a death sentence.
—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Carvalho’s representative said there were mitigating factors in each instance and nothing would have been cause for dismissal.
—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2026
Financial backers and corporate partners indicate that moving high-density computing to the ocean offers a viable template for scaling global technology infrastructure while mitigating the economic and ecological impact on civilian communities.
—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.
—
Ca Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mitigating
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The owner and lessee will bear the responsibility of clearing the debris and alleviating some of the effects of the fire and its aftermath, Moore said, including looking for ways to mitigate debris flowing out of the warehouse, and the smell emitted by the rotting food.
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So, resources like financial planning, credit building and debt management assistance can potentially unlock additional productivity by alleviating employee financial stress.
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Malik Tillman was the hero, relieving the pressure of a 1-0 goal lead with just 10 men on the field with his brilliant free kick.
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Healthcare economists say giving people access to preventive healthcare saves taxpayers money in the long run by keeping the workforce healthy and relieving pressure on an overburdened system.
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Speaking of unexpected spills, the Jarlink 18-pack Waterproof Zipper Bags offer peace of mind on the go, helping ensure that any liquids stay securely contained and don’t leak onto your belongings.
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Chad Gable started off hot, but Dominik Mysterio got involved, helping JD gain control.
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The Pineapple Punch Hydrating Face Mask is a single-use, two-piece yellow hydrogel mask infused with ingredients that deliver hydration and soothing benefits.
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My favorite dish was the butter beans and morels, which were soothing.
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After easing through the first three innings, Bryan Reynolds hit a double off the top of the left field fence and Valdez bombed one to left to cut the Phillies' lead to 5-2.
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The quarter that contained that second spike closes this week, and the fund updates that follow are the next read on whether the pressure is easing or building.
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“Mitigating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mitigating. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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