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Relief
01
alivio, tranquilidad
a feeling of comfort that comes when something annoying or upsetting is gone
Ejemplos
His pain finally subsided, giving him much-needed relief.
Su dolor finalmente disminuyó, dándole el alivio tan necesario.
02
relieve
a sculptural technique in which shapes or figures are raised above a flat background
Ejemplos
The artisan taught students how to create depth in relief work.
03
remedy granted by a court to enforce a right or compensate for a wrong
SpecializedEjemplos
Injunctive relief prevented the company from continuing harmful practices.
04
help provided in times of difficulty, hardship, or emergency
Ejemplos
Relief efforts helped the refugees settle into temporary shelters.
05
a person who temporarily takes over the duties of another, especially in difficult or dangerous situations
Ejemplos
She served as a relief teacher while the principal was away.
06
support provided to the elderly, poor, or disabled
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Charities offer relief to the handicapped and marginalized.
07
the easing or removal of something unpleasant, such as pain, stress, or discomfort
Ejemplos
Exercise provides relief from daily tension.
08
an improvement in a situation
Ejemplos
Relief came when the negotiations were successfully concluded.
09
a break for rest
Ejemplos
Hiking guides planned a relief stop for the group at noon.
10
the action of liberating a city, town, or area that is under siege
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Civilians celebrated the relief after the blockade was broken.
11
a feeling of ease or release that occurs after a period of tension, suspense, or stress in a story
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Light-hearted dialogue gave relief following the climactic confrontation.
