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"Relieve stress" is an older, more mainstream term. Anything that reduces stress -- medicine, diet, exercise, laughter -- is said to relieve stress.
"Release stress" is more of a self-help, new-age term. It's commonly used by people who practice yoga, meditation, and guided imagery. Most often, it refers to reducing stress through relaxation and, occasionally, homeopathic (herbal) remedies.
relieve or release stress? 
which of these verbs is correct?
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