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Vocabulary Entry
relieve
|verb • noun
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V
verb
To free someone from pain, distress, or worry.
Example Sentences
"The medication helped to relieve her headache."
"He hoped to relieve his parents' concerns about his future."
"She volunteered at the shelter to relieve the suffering of others."
N
noun
The state of being relieved, or the removal of a burden.
Example Sentences
"She felt a sense of relief after finishing the exam."
"The news brought great relief to the anxious family."
"Finding the lost dog gave him immense relief."