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relief

/rɪˈliːf/ adjective C2
  1. Characterized by surface inequalities.
  2. Of or used in letterpress.
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“Never mind!” said the King, with an air of great relief.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, p. 90 · B2
“He has not eaten,” said Baloo, with a grunt of relief, as soon as he saw the beautifully mottled brown and yellow jacket.
The Jungle Book, p. 42 · B2
And so they ran, stammering with terror, to the walls and the roofs of the houses, and Baloo drew a deep breath of relief.
The Jungle Book, p. 57 · B2
So she took herself away, somewhat to Marilla’s relief, for the latter felt her doubts and fears reviving under the influence of Mrs.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 10 · C1

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