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relieve

/rɪˈliːv/ American
Picture: relieve
  • v. 减轻, 缓解, 换班
Definition
  • v. to make pain or a problem less severe, or to take over a duty from someone
Example
Taking a hot bath helped relieve the tension in her shoulders.
洗个热水澡有助于缓解她肩膀的紧张。