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eased
  • past participle of ease.
  • past tense form of ease.

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Real estate developers are already cautiously planning to take advantage of the eased regulations and plan to announce new projects after the law goes into effect.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

—The dollar fell as oil prices eased and demand for safe-haven assets moderated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Volatility eased on Monday, but investors still have May’s consumer-price index on deck for Wednesday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Tension eased somewhat after the ceasefire, but the ongoing military activities in the strait are reminders of its fragility.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

When she did, an incredible weight eased from her shoulders.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny