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relief

[ri-leef] / rɪˈlif /


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Nasser said emergency reserves could provide temporary relief but wouldn’t resolve longer-term supply constraints.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026

"The fact that the war is beginning to wind down quickly brings relief," the Mekelle resident, who wished to remain anonymous, told AFP.

From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026

Martin, said he felt "relief" that court proceedings had now concluded.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

Umpire Roberto Ortiz, wearing 10 pounds of protective gear and a black-and-gray uniform, got no such relief.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026

I nodded, too overcome with relief and joy to speak.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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