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ameliorate

verb

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To improve an unfavorable condition or situation.

A clearer schedule could ameliorate the confusion around shared tasks.

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Nora proposed a rotating schedule to alleviate the frustration around reservations. A second change would ameliorate the overall arrangement by opening unused weekday hours to every member.

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