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cathartic
adjective
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Providing a release of strong or pent-up emotions.
Writing the letter proved cathartic even though she never sent it.
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After the schedule was corrected, Noor made an earnest effort to rebuild the group's confidence, listening carefully to each performer's remaining concern. Reading their scene aloud together proved cathartic for her: it released feelings she had been holding back during the disagreement.
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