Breathe/rest easy

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Emotional Relief

Used when a stressful situation ends or is resolved, indicating relief from worry or anxiety.

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After getting lost, they found the path and could breathe easy.

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Positive Outcome

Often follows news that eliminates fear or uncertainty about a situation.

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When they heard the hurricane missed their town, they breathed easy.

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Temporary State

Used to describe a current state of calm, which may change if new problems arise.

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I can breathe easy for now, but there's more work ahead.

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