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reprieve

[ri-preev] / rɪˈpriv /




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But prices for food, housing and clothing rose more slowly, a welcome reprieve for inflation-weary households.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

American wallets have been getting something of a reprieve this month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

I needed a reprieve from something I had gone through.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Wednesday brings a reprieve from the record-breaking temperatures, as cooler air moves over northern and eastern areas of England.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Pressing down the faucet, cool water rushed against my hands, a welcome reprieve from the stifling heat.

From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed




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