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How to pronounce relieve in American English

“relieve” pronunciation by American speakers

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“relieve” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. offer Europe to relieve -- actually to relieve Europe if sanctions affect

    The Obama White House

  2. with some human guidance and relieve all the people, well not relieve them completely, but help

    National Archives

  3. language, pain relievers to relieve pain.

    NIH

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