relief

Definition for relief

noun as in remedy, aid; relaxation

Strongest matches

alleviation, assistance, comfort, happiness, help, maintenance, reprieve, respite, satisfaction, support

Strong matches

abatement, amelioration, appeasement, assuagement, balm, break, breather, cheer, consolation, contentment, cure, deliverance, diversion, ease, easement, extrication, fix, hand, handout, letup, lift, lightening, mitigation, mollification, palliative, refreshment, release, remission, rest, restfulness, softening, solace, succor, sustenance

Weak matches

allayment, comforting, load off one's mind, quick fix

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Meanwhile, Levitsky and many others on campus breathed a sigh of relief.

From Los Angeles Times

"We plan to seek immediate appellate relief," he shared on social media.

From Salon

The president's campaign promises included calls for lower interest rates in order to bring relief to borrowers.

From BBC

“After years of full closure for salmon fishing, the opportunity for limited recreational salmon fishing brings hope. We know, however, that this news brings little relief for California’s commercial salmon fisheries.”

From Los Angeles Times

Petrol and toy prices have fallen, a relief for drivers and parents, while food prices are unchanged.

From BBC

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