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alleviate

[uh-lee-vee-eyt] / əˈli viˌeɪt /


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A simple adjustment of the blocking would alleviate the fakery.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

"We're seeing more opportunities to alleviate the worst consequences of old age," he said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Falling oil prices would alleviate fears about inflation, allowing the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Gold edged higher on signs of de-escalating Middle East tensions that could lead to lower oil prices and alleviate concerns over central banks’ rate increases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Evelyn was distraught, and the only thing that helped temper my own grief was trying to alleviate hers.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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