Her political activism throws the apathy of others into sharp 'relief'. [=makes the apathy of others very noticeable]
His character provides a little 'comic relief' in what is otherwise a very serious and dramatic movie.
Just one day of sunshine would be a welcome 'relief' from the rainy weather we've been having lately.
(..) go... to... sleep. ( ioitating snoring ) ( giggles ) ( sighs in relief ) ( door creaks softly ) Hey, Mike, this might sound crazy but I don't think that kid's dangerous. (..)2001 Monsters, Inc.
(..) Mm-hmm. I'm thinking about getting it cut. ( faint squeal of fear ) No, no, I like it this length. ( sighs of relief ) I like everything about you. Just the other day someone asked me who I thought (..)2001 Monsters, Inc.