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Definitions of relief
  1. noun
    the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
    "as he heard the news he was suddenly flooded with relief"
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  2. noun
    sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
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  3. noun
    a change for the better

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  4. noun
    assistance in time of difficulty
    "the contributions provided some relief for the victims"
  5. noun
    the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
    "he asked the nurse for relief from the constant pain"
  6. noun
    a pause for relaxation

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  7. noun
    someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
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  8. noun
    the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress)
    "he enjoyed his relief from responsibility"

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  9. noun
    aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped
    "he has been on relief for many years"
  10. noun
    (law) redress awarded by a court
    "was the relief supposed to be protection from future harm or compensation for past injury?"
  11. noun
    the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
    "he asked for troops for the relief of Atlanta"
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