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.
(..) No, no, no. I had orgasms before. Mm, how would you describe them? Oh, you know, that warm sensation, that tingling feeling of relief when it's over. -No, no, this was much... -Better? Yes. That's 'cause it was an orgasm. Well, I'll be darned. (..)2006 TvShow: Desperate Housewives Title: Listen to the Rain on the Roof Season: 3 Episode 1