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(usually "light relief") A feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress
“A rush of relief washed over Finn once he realized that Rey was safe.”
The alleviation of pain, discomfort, or distress
“She decided to call on her best friend to get some relief from her mind-numbing boredom.”
Financial or practical assistance given to those in special need or difficulty
“Several agencies were enlisted to provide relief to victims of the natural disaster.”
(usually as modifier) A person or group of people replacing others who have been on duty
“Mrs. Harris was ill, and a relief teacher would take over our lessons.”
The act of releasing (someone) from their current state
“Gilson was awarded the Croix de Guerre for bravery upon relief from his duties.”
Something interesting or enjoyable that provides a short respite from a tense or tedious situation
“Collins seems to inject the fun needed to bring about some light relief from the more serious stuff.”
A state or period of rest, relaxation or enjoyment
Something that is given as charity, especially a sum of money
Short respite
An instance or period of rest or relaxation
A (possible) course of action that is resorted to
The ability to solve difficult problems, often in original, clever, and inventive ways
An outline representing or bounding the shape or form of something
Basso-relievo
Brass rubbing
A cancellation or postponement of a punishment
A medicine or treatment for a disease or injury
A relaxing of tension, especially between countries
Aid to needy
The act of correcting something
Something providing safety or shelter, or the safety or shelter provided
Preservation from harm, ruin, or loss
A person or thing that contrasts with and so emphasizes and enhances the qualities of another
Social work
Compassion or forgiveness shown towards someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm
The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions
A fresh set of people (or workers) relieving others
One ranked below, and typically employed to assist, a senior person
Serving as a reserve or backup to someone or something
Lower in rank or status
With raised letters or images on the surface
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