Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with relief in American Collocation
relief
noun
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Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
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What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
US
/rɪˈlif/
great
enormous
great
huge
immense
I’ve been told there’s nothing to worry about, which is a huge relief.
just what you need
blessed
much-needed
welcome
It is a welcome relief that this potential loophole has been so firmly closed.
for a short time
short-term
temporary
Applying local heat to a painful joint often gives short-term relief.
immediate
immediate
instant
These tablets produce immediate pain relief.
effective
effective
The drug can give effective relief for a range of conditions with minimal side effects.
pain
stress
She is refusing any form of pain relief.
give relief
bring (someone)
give (someone)
offer (someone)
provide (someone with)
Seasonal rains brought relief to some areas during April and May.
be a relief
come as
The news came as a huge relief.
look for or get relief
find
get
seek
Many people find crying an outlet for grief, whilst others find relief for their sadness in other ways.
express or feel relief
express
feel
At first I was nervous, but walking in I felt sheer relief.