relieved around

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "relieved around" is not standard in written English and may cause confusion.
It could be used in a context where someone feels relief in a specific area or location, but it is not commonly used. Example: "After the meeting, I felt relieved around my colleagues who supported my ideas."

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News & Media

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

4 human-written examples

There will be a lot of people who will be relieved around these offices".

The New York Times - Sports

Anyone who feared that the organisation would be funnelling all its funds into further attempts to go viral would have been relieved: around 70% of the money is being spent on research, and 20% on patient and community service.

The Guardian

Margaret Contreras, 46, said that although Ms. Medina had strep throat and had not been scheduled for front desk duty, she volunteered to sit with Ms. Contreras, who was alone at the front desk, until she was to be relieved, around 6 p.m.

The New York Times

Kampfgruppe Willam was unable to overcome the resistance of the 2nd Lika Brigade, and to force its way through to Drvar until the paratroopers had been relieved around midday on 26 May by a stronger column attacking from the direction of Bihać.

Wikipedia

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

56 human-written examples

The liquefaction is back: for the third, heartbreaking time, many streets are stinking, bubbling rivers.I ring around, relieved to discover that all I've spoken with are okay.

The Economist

I heard relieved mutterings around the factory floor.

The New York Times

Among them, the fact he's relieved millions around the UK from croaking that annual, agonised: "When?" Yeah.

The Guardian - Opinion

After the second episode they were relieved when she turned around again: "You didn't fuck it up".

The Guardian - TV & Radio

So they will be relieved that travel around Paris is finally set to improve thanks to a new agreement between the government and the drivers.

The Economist

Gazetted as an AIF unit, which meant it could be deployed outside Australian territory, during December 1944 the battalion deployed to Bougainville as Australian troops from the 3rd Division relieved American forces around Torokina.

Wikipedia

With the Germans making rapid gains, many Australian units, including the 23rd Battalion, were thrown into the line to blunt the attack in early April, as the 6th Brigade relieved the 12th around Dernancourt.

Wikipedia

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Rephrase the sentence to use a more standard expression, such as "relieved to be around" or "relieved by the presence of" for clarity and better grammatical structure.

Common error

Avoid using "relieved around" to describe spatial relief, as it can be unclear. Instead, use prepositions that clearly indicate location, such as "near" or "in the vicinity of".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "relieved around" typically functions as a verb phrase where "relieved" acts as a past participle adjective and "around" as a preposition indicating proximity or context. However, as Ludwig indicates, this construction is not standard and may cause confusion.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Wiki

40%

Science

0%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "relieved around" is not a standard or common English construction. It attempts to convey a feeling of relief in relation to a particular location or situation, as shown in the examples Ludwig provides. As Ludwig AI suggests, it's grammatically questionable and could cause confusion, therefore more standard alternatives such as "relieved to be near" or "relieved in the presence of" should be used for clarity. While it appears mostly in news and wiki contexts, its infrequent usage suggests avoiding it in formal writing.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

felt relief in

Focuses on the sensation of relief within a specific location or context.

experienced relief near

Highlights the proximity to the source or location where relief is felt.

found solace among

Emphasizes the presence of comfort within a group or environment.

eased in the vicinity of

Indicates a reduction of tension or discomfort in a certain area.

became comforted by the presence of

Highlights the act of finding comfort due to someone or something's presence

was assuaged in relation to

Describes the lessening of intensity in connection with someone or something.

had anxiety reduced by being near

Focuses on the direct impact of proximity in diminishing anxiety.

found comfort because of

Highlights that the comfort exists as a result of a cause or purpose.

obtained satisfaction from

Highlights that the experience leads to the sensation of satisfaction or reward.

achieved a release from

Points to a successful liberation from a certain condition, location or situation.

FAQs

How can I rephrase a sentence using "relieved around" for better clarity?

Instead of "relieved around", try using phrases like "relieved to be around" or "relieved in the presence of" for improved grammatical correctness and clarity.

What does "relieved around" typically mean in a sentence?

The phrase "relieved around" is not a standard English construction, so it doesn't have a typical meaning. If you encounter it, it likely implies feeling relief in a certain environment or context, though it's better to use clearer alternatives.

Which preposition is most appropriate to use with "relieved" to indicate location?

When indicating location, use prepositions like "relieved near", "relieved in", or "relieved by" for spatial or contextual relationships, instead of the less common "relieved around".

What are some alternatives to "relieved around" that convey a similar meaning?

Alternatives include "comforted by", "reassured by", or "at ease with", depending on the specific context you want to express.