ease (up)

verb

Definition of ease (up)next
as in to let up

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ease (up)
  1. let up
  2. get off
  3. rest
  4. relax
Verb
  • When the storm let up and police allowed attendees back to their seats, cheers erupted.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • From there, the Ball Hogs didn’t let up and came out on top in the rivalry matchup, 50-40.
    — Ava DiCecca, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2026
Definition of let up
Verb
  • Acuff got off to a much better start after struggling to make shots in his summer league debut on Saturday.
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
  • Ronaldo got off a backward kick with his right foot after a header by teammate João Félix bounced off Simón’s shoulder.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Definition of get off
Verb
  • Raynaud, who was an All-Rookie Second Team selection last season, has been added to the roster after joining the team in Las Vegas, but the Kings chose to rest him Thursday.
    — Jason Anderson July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
  • This style is designed to rest on the lip of a mug or teapot but may not be compatible with all cup sizes.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of rest
Verb
  • From adults-only pools to tranquil spas, these luxury resorts offer relaxing escapes tailored to travelers over 50.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Cable and telecom lobby groups submitted comments supporting the FCC plan to eliminate or relax various requirements.
    — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026
Definition of relax
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“Ease (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ease%20%28up%29. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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