relief
/rɪˈliːf/ noun B2- The removal of stress or discomfort. · I sighed with relief when I found out that my daughter hadn't got lost, but was waiting for me at home.
- The feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
- Release from a post or duty, as when replaced by another.
- The person who takes over a shift for another. · Officer Schmidt can finally go home because his relief has arrived.
- Aid or assistance offered in time of need. · Relief arrived quickly after the disaster.
- Military assistance to break a siege or an encirclement.
- Court-ordered compensation, aid, or protection, a redress.
- A lowering of a tax through special provisions; tax relief.
Plural reliefs
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“Never mind!” said the King, with an air of great relief.
“He has not eaten,” said Baloo, with a grunt of relief, as soon as he saw the beautifully mottled brown and yellow jacket.
And so they ran, stammering with terror, to the walls and the roofs of the houses, and Baloo drew a deep breath of relief.
So she took herself away, somewhat to Marilla’s relief, for the latter felt her doubts and fears reviving under the influence of Mrs.
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