relief from
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, wealthier consumers looking for relief from the fuel-price squeeze have dropped by Dollar General stores more frequently.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
The broad language of the federal compassionate release statute allows for prisoners to file for relief from a lengthy sentence so long as rehabilitation alone does not provide the justification.
From Slate • May 29, 2026
Alongside long hours of labour, many women also manage cooking, childcare and household chores in cramped homes with little relief from the heat.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
The U.S. is seeking clearer commitments from Iran about its nuclear program up front, while Iranian negotiators are pressing for details from the U.S. about relief from sanctions and asset freezes, mediators said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
They are a relief from my real life.
From "Fish in a Tree" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
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