Made less strenuous Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, May 21, 2019 · 42-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, May 21, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 21, 2019 · 42-Across · 5 letters
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(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
adjective
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