as in easing
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1
as in alleviating
to make more bearable or less severe
an ice pack will relieve the swelling
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as in ridding
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 replacing
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 relieving
Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 13 Mar. 2026
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
On Wednesday, QatarEnergy declared force majeure, a legal term relieving the company from contractual obligations.
—Julia Simon, NPR, 6 Mar. 2026
But one aspect of relieving that only comes with time and experience is learning how to get over a bullpen blowup and be ready to pitch the next day.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
The routine is even a bit stress-relieving.
—Brittany Huston, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
If Will takes to relieving as well as his brother, another sibling matchup could be in the cards down the road.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 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
This lotion is fast-absorbing, relieving your tattoo’s dry, itchy skin and providing 48-hour moisture.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
Chamomile Tea Chamomile tea is soothing and helps relax the gut muscles, relieving bloating.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 13 Mar. 2026
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
On Wednesday, QatarEnergy declared force majeure, a legal term relieving the company from contractual obligations.
—Julia Simon, NPR, 6 Mar. 2026
But one aspect of relieving that only comes with time and experience is learning how to get over a bullpen blowup and be ready to pitch the next day.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
The routine is even a bit stress-relieving.
—Brittany Huston, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
If Will takes to relieving as well as his brother, another sibling matchup could be in the cards down the road.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 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
This lotion is fast-absorbing, relieving your tattoo’s dry, itchy skin and providing 48-hour moisture.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relieving
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But alleviating the fear of the Iranian people is not in itself a plan of action.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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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
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However, the addition of an ingredient or two can turn baking soda into an ant-ridding remedy in a pinch.—
Rabekah Henderson,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
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The enduring scent of burning garbage, used as one of the sole means of ridding neighborhoods of their trash.—
Ruth Jean-Marie,
Time,
3 Feb. 2026
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The board also voted to install Matt Floca as CEO and executive director, replacing Trump ally Richard Grenell, who oversaw far-reaching changes at the venue that prompted an outcry from many artists and exacerbated the operation's financial challenges.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Defensively, the Aggies are replacing 11 players, including starting linebackers, starting edge rushers and a starting cornerback.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
18 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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During the Biden presidency, the federal government paid farmers billions of dollars to stop growing crops like alfalfa, freeing up water for other uses.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
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The front and rear walls expand into form freeing the two side walls to swing down and secure the whole cube in place.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Overall, the carjacking ring involved about 60 carjackings, including 29 that were charged in the superseding indictment.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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One senior White House official raised the issue with Trump during an unrelated meeting in October, two current administration officials said, before the conversation was cut short by superseding business.—
Julia Ainsley,
NBC news,
19 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
Verb
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The bill passed in the state House by a 77-28 vote, hours after clearing the state Senate.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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Simply clearing a habitat of invaders is insufficient to prevent them from returning, Gornish said.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Relieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relieving. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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