- present tense form of alleviate (3rd person singular).
alleviates
Example Sentences
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It alleviates some of the burden of caring for their aging parents, and it ensures that some level of care will be available as they themselves age.
From MarketWatch ● May 13, 2026
She said she thinks most students support the new policy because it alleviates pressure to report classmates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026
Historical context further alleviates the sting of last month’s deficit: Since fiscal year 1955, the Treasury hasn’t recorded an October surplus.
From Barron's ● Nov. 25, 2025
Clearing the amyloid beta plaques in mice also alleviates risk-taking behavior.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 3, 2024
Usually, a ten-day antibiotic treatment alleviates the symptoms, or a fast in-office medical procedure can release the pressure.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
