relieve
Example Sentences
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A reopening of the waterway promises to relieve the pressure on energy markets and its effects on the world economy—but only gradually.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
Much more research is needed before doctors can determine whether these medications can actually reduce inflammation or relieve symptoms inside the joints.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
"Until these options can be delivered, we need to play our role in trying to relieve some of the pressures."
From BBC • May 15, 2026
There are no vaccines and no known cure, meaning that treatment consists solely of attempting to relieve the symptoms.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
“It’s a regiment of Marines come to relieve us,” the colonel cheered.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
Vocabulary lists containing relieve
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