Definitions of easing
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the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
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synonyms:
alleviation, easement, relief
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spasmolysis
the relaxation or relief of muscle spasms
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detente
the easing of tensions or strained relations (especially between nations)
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palliation
easing the severity of a pain or a disease without removing the cause
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liberalisation, liberalization, relaxation
the act of making less strict
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decompressing, decompression
relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)
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decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down
the act of decreasing or reducing something
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a change for the better
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moderation, relief
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disembarrassment
something that extricates you from embarrassment
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breath of fresh air
a welcome relief
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alteration, change, modification
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
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disembarrassment
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