as in to alleviate
to make more bearable or less severe
a gentle breeze would allay the heat
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Recent Examples of allay
Fears Leeds United would lose Pascal Struijk until April with a hamstring injury have been allayed.
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Beren Cross, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba asked US President Joe Biden to allay concerns in the Japanese and US business communities over his order to block Nippon Steel’s planned acquisition of U.S. Steel.
—CNN, 13 Jan. 2025
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba asked Biden to allay concerns in the Japanese and U.S. business communities over the status of Nippon Steel’s planned acquisition of U.S. Steel.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
Sandwiching the retinol cream between layers of moisturizer may also help allay irritation.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025
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Beren Cross, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba asked US President Joe Biden to allay concerns in the Japanese and US business communities over his order to block Nippon Steel’s planned acquisition of U.S. Steel.
—CNN, 13 Jan. 2025
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba asked Biden to allay concerns in the Japanese and U.S. business communities over the status of Nippon Steel’s planned acquisition of U.S. Steel.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
Sandwiching the retinol cream between layers of moisturizer may also help allay irritation.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allay
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But measures that are imposed too quickly or by shaky institutions could lead to outcomes that lack fairness, transparency, and legitimacy and may ultimately deepen, rather than alleviate, social divisions and mistrust in the state.—
PATRICK VINCK,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Mar. 2025
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My skin drinks this stuff up, and has alleviated many of my complexion woes—think: uneven skin tone, loss of firmness, and excess oil production—with consistent use.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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The deal would also relieve the need for costly military deployments and open up new investment opportunities for international partners and resource companies.—
Hannah Rae Armstrong,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Mar. 2025
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Just as headache triggers are different for everyone, so are the best methods to relieve them.—
Cathy Nelson,
Verywell Health,
3 Mar. 2025
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After writhing on the ground for a few minutes, Irving was helped to the free-throw line and channeled his inner Kobe: Chills.—
Stan Son,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
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The moment was met with quiet support from the audience, as Lacey expressed gratitude to those who have helped carry the weight of his grief.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
4 Mar. 2025
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But if being on the move soothes her, being in Milan is what excites her creativity.—
Meredith Lepore,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2025
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The fragrance is soothing, making the whole experience even better.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
3 Mar. 2025
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This differentiation aims to mitigate potential disruptions in the energy sector while addressing broader trade concerns.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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By embracing this demographic, organizations can access a flexible, engaged workforce that not only mitigates talent shortages but also enhances team cohesion and strategic decision-making.—
Nell Derick Debevoise,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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If there is a way for Germany to quickly ease its debt constraints that would be a positive.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The government is also considering temporary egg imports to reduce prices and plans to ease regulations on egg producers and support families raising backyard chickens.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Allay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allay. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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