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Relieves

Verb / ri:ˈli:vz / Another word for relieves — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make pain or a problem less severe or go away completely

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Example sentences

  1. I took a painkiller that relieves my headache.
  2. Playing with my pet dog relieves my stress.
  3. The rain relieves the drought in the area.
  4. The doctor prescribed a lotion that relieves the itchiness.
  5. Listening to music relieves my anxiety.

Quotes

  • Laughter relieves us of superfluous energy, which, if it remained unused, might become negative, that is, poison. - Peter Ustinov
  • Faithful friends are a sure anchor: they keep you moored even when you feel adrift; they relieve your burden even when you feel overwhelmed. - Richelle E. Goodrich
  • Love is when you are at ease with someone, and you talk to each other as you are, without any embarrassment or any shyness. And I think that is love. - Diana, Princess of Wales

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