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as in consolation
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
my coworkers' kind words gave me some relief from the grief that I was feeling upon the death of my partner
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2
as in replacement
a person or thing that takes the place of another
I can't go home from my nursing shift until my relief shows up to take over
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as in comfort
reduction of or freedom from pain
the aspirin gave him some relief from the headache
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Recent Examples of relief
Tim O’Sullivan pitched two relief innings to record the save and went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored as Milton (13-5) edged Weymouth 7-6 in a Bay State Conference bout.
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Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Freshman pitcher Raelynn Rubio earned the victory with 3 1/3 innings of scoreless relief for Edison.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
What debt relief strategies make sense in this situation?
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Next for Altman While the trial was a decisive victory for OpenAI, its end brings more relief than celebration.
—Ashley Capoot,lora Kolodny, CNBC, 19 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for relief
Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Freshman pitcher Raelynn Rubio earned the victory with 3 1/3 innings of scoreless relief for Edison.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
What debt relief strategies make sense in this situation?
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Next for Altman While the trial was a decisive victory for OpenAI, its end brings more relief than celebration.
—Ashley Capoot,lora Kolodny, CNBC, 19 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for relief
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relief
Noun
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Wasn’t there consolation in that?—
Weike Wang,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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Although little consolation, the Quakes’ two goals were impressive considering the stingy Sounders have permitted just six goals in MLS play this season.—
Jon Becker,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
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The frequent replacements mean a more frequent launching and a more frequent deorbiting compared to old-school missions designed with longer missions in mind.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
18 May 2026
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The old road runs right along the modern replacement, grass and weeds gradually breaking it up.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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Subtle stripe detailing on both the sweater and pant hems gives this knit set a cohesive, stylish edge—and a pop of color—sans sacrificing comfort.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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Naggoo Printed Split Maxi Dress with Pockets With a stretchy wrinkle-free fabric, vibrant print, chic side slit, and two side pockets, this summery dress checks every box for style and comfort.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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For this year's campaign, Kemp rebuffed Senate Republican leaders' encouragement to challenge Ossoff and declined to endorse either Collins or Carter.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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There’s so much encouragement, advice, and support happening in every one.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
18 May 2026
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In the 65th minute, second-half substitute Pablo miscontrolled El Hadji Malick Diouf’s quick throw-in.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Basic income cash transfers are not a good substitute for basic services in a social support system.—
Carrie Brandon Elliot,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The Athletic has live coverage of the 2026 NFL schedule release.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Week 1 Other opening week highlights were announced before the full schedule release on Thursday night.—
Rob Maaddi,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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Chinese diplomats and the foreign ministry say that their outreach in the region is aimed at building friendship and assisting countries with poverty alleviation, agricultural and economic development, and law and order.—
Didi Kirsten Tatlow,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Lillian Wald, the founder of public health nursing, was also a champion of women’s suffrage, poverty alleviation, and racial equality.—
Patrick Smith,
STAT,
27 Jan. 2026
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Best for balance of cost and selection JM Bullion strikes a strong balance between competitive pricing, product selection and overall ease of use.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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When decisions in showrooms create discomfort, personal appointments can offer relief, supporting the ease with which questions are asked.—
Wyles Daniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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“Relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relief. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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