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as in alleviates
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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as in rids
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
the bellhop relieved him of his luggage and led him to the elevator
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as in replaces
to take the place of
at daybreak a soldier arrived to relieve the one who had spent the night on guard duty
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Recent Examples of relieves
Plush cushioning on the insoles relieves tired feet during the day, making these comfortable enough to wear for hours.
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Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
This helps water flow as the ice melts and relieves pressure, reducing the risk of the pipe bursting.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
The sacrifice relieves an economic burden and provides August with an education and, eventually, a small business empire.
—Colton Valentine, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
But Aestura’s AtoBarrier365 Cream Mist isn’t your average spritz; the 2025 Best of Beauty Award winner delivers an ultrafine cloud of ceramide-rich hydration that helps reinforce your skin’s barrier and relieves midday tightness or dryness on the fly.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
With Medi-Cal costs rising and nursing home capacity strained, PACE relieves stress on the elder care system and budget.
—Janice Grandi, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025
His termination for cause, a designation that relieves Michigan of the obligation to pay him, could lead to a breach of contract and defamation lawsuit.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2025
Aerlang Mini Massage Gun This quiet and compact massage gun relieves aches, pains, and tensions on the go.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
This 3-in-1 formula nourishes good gut bacteria, supports healthy gut microflora, relieves occasional constipation and abdominal discomfort and supports immune function through the gut.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025
Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
This helps water flow as the ice melts and relieves pressure, reducing the risk of the pipe bursting.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
The sacrifice relieves an economic burden and provides August with an education and, eventually, a small business empire.
—Colton Valentine, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
But Aestura’s AtoBarrier365 Cream Mist isn’t your average spritz; the 2025 Best of Beauty Award winner delivers an ultrafine cloud of ceramide-rich hydration that helps reinforce your skin’s barrier and relieves midday tightness or dryness on the fly.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
With Medi-Cal costs rising and nursing home capacity strained, PACE relieves stress on the elder care system and budget.
—Janice Grandi, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025
His termination for cause, a designation that relieves Michigan of the obligation to pay him, could lead to a breach of contract and defamation lawsuit.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2025
Aerlang Mini Massage Gun This quiet and compact massage gun relieves aches, pains, and tensions on the go.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
This 3-in-1 formula nourishes good gut bacteria, supports healthy gut microflora, relieves occasional constipation and abdominal discomfort and supports immune function through the gut.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieves
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Similarly, having a closed kitchen alleviates some of the pressure of reducing visual clutter.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Unrivaled alleviates the need for that by allowing players to remain stateside in a competitive league.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
5 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps because tomato juice is nutritious, packed with vitamins and antioxidants, and the spiciness can induce a sweat, which, as people like to believe, rids the body of poisons.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
28 Oct. 2025
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And what happens when automation replaces entry-level roles in an industry that once promised economic repair?—
Aisha Alves,
Rolling Stone,
3 Feb. 2026
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Cancel replaces Bobby Meacham, who led the Yard Goats the past two seasons.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2026
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Plus, the brand’s signature thermal spring water—packed with minerals and antioxidants—soothes skin from the first drop.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
27 Jan. 2026
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Southerners experience quick dramatic bursts of overnight freezes, ice storms, and occasional dustings of snow, and nothing soothes cold-weather boredom like a grandma and her activities.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
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Satisfying those needs frees the mind up for other work.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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That move frees up a ton of formerly idle deposits for lending on everything from car loans to data centers.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
28 Jan. 2026
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In its complaint, the administration argues that federal law — specifically, the Mineral Leasing Act and the Federal Land and Policy Management Act — supersedes SB 1137, and asks that the court declare the state law unconstitutional and prevent it from being enforced.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2026
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This action supersedes any prior notices which may have been received related to grant termination.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
5 Dec. 2025
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The storm will taper off Sunday night as the storm responsible for the winter storm slowly eases northeast away from our area.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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As winter rain eases, the city fills with blossoms—cherry trees along Tom McCall Waterfront Park bloom in late March and early April, followed by tulips (the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in nearby Woodburn is a great detour) and roses (of course, don't miss the International Rose Test Garden).—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2026
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The House is out of Washington on recess with plans to return next week, meaning the government could shutter for a short period even if the Senate clears the package.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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One runner in need of sanctuary clears another’s path, and every jazz club is half house of worship and rebellion that way.—
Celina Pereira,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Relieves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieves. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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