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Relief
01
alívio, conforto
a feeling of comfort that comes when something annoying or upsetting is gone
Exemplos
She felt a sense of relief when she heard the good news.
Ela sentiu uma sensação de alívio quando ouviu a boa notícia.
The storm passed, bringing relief to the worried townspeople.
A tempestade passou, trazendo alívio aos preocupados moradores da cidade.
02
a sculptural technique in which shapes or figures are raised above a flat background
Exemplos
The sculptor demonstrated the relief technique on a marble slab.
Relief carving is often used to decorate furniture and doors.
03
remedy granted by a court to enforce a right or compensate for a wrong
SpecializedExemplos
The plaintiff sought relief for damages caused by the breach of contract.
The court awarded relief in the form of monetary compensation.
04
help provided in times of difficulty, hardship, or emergency
Exemplos
Volunteers brought relief to the flood-affected region.
Food and water relief was distributed to the earthquake victims.
05
a person who temporarily takes over the duties of another, especially in difficult or dangerous situations
Exemplos
A relief worker took over when the first responder needed a break.
The relief pitcher entered the game in the final innings.
06
support provided to the elderly, poor, or disabled
Exemplos
The government offers relief to low-income families.
Pension programs provide relief to retired citizens.
07
the easing or removal of something unpleasant, such as pain, stress, or discomfort
Exemplos
The medicine provided immediate relief from the headache.
Cooling the burn offered relief to the patient.
08
an improvement in a situation
Exemplos
The ceasefire brought relief to the war-torn region.
A cool breeze offered relief on the hot summer day.
09
a break for rest
Exemplos
Workers took a short relief between shifts.
The firefighter enjoyed a moment of relief after the rescue.
10
the action of liberating a city, town, or area that is under siege
Exemplos
The army brought relief to the besieged city after weeks of fighting.
The relief of the fortress lifted the spirits of its defenders.
11
a feeling of ease or release that occurs after a period of tension, suspense, or stress in a story
Exemplos
The sudden reconciliation between the characters offered emotional relief to the audience.
The comic scene provided relief after the intense battle.
