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The correct spelling is relieves.
How to pronounce relieves
verb
Say it like: Rel-eev-es
The correct spelling is relieves. To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of. For example: "I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict."
Usage Examples
“I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict.”
“This shall not relieve either Party of any obligations.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.
- 2.To ease (someone, a part of the body etc.) or give relief from physical pain or discomfort.
- 3.To alleviate (pain, distress, mental discomfort etc.).
- 4.To provide comfort or assistance to (someone in need, especially in poverty).
- 5.To lift up; to raise again.
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