as in to let up
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The 5-0 lead the Blue Jays had acquired to that point wouldn’t have been enough to overcome a late A’s rally, but Lukes didn’t let up against his now hometown team.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
13 July 2025 -
Even through the blistering midday North Carolina heat, their passion never let up.—
Shane Connuck
June 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 June 2025
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Araiza has a booming leg and got off a 72-yarder in 2024.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
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Almost three months have passed since that move was made, and in that time, Pickens has not only gotten off on the right foot both on and off the field with the team, he’s formed a close friendship with the man looking for some help all along in Lamb.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 July 2025
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In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Now Chapman will head to Atlanta to represent Boston at Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game, while the rest of the club gets a couple of days to rest before picking back up Friday at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
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Try to relax, rip currents don't pull you under the water.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
20 July 2025
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Today, this canal is a natural lazy river, at once a testament to the immense history of the land and a relaxing destination to enjoy the unrivaled beauty of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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“Ease (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ease%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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