release valve

Frequency: 6.37.3 per million words

Figuratively, an activity or mechanism that allows for the safe expression of pent-up emotion or stress.

releaserelease + NOUN

Categories:

valve

Examples (10)

  • Laughter is an important release valve for feelings of frustration.
  • Regular exercise can serve as a great release valve for daily stress.
  • For many, artistic expression is a creative release valve for their inner turmoil.
  • Talking to a trusted friend often acts as a vital release valve for anxiety.
  • The peaceful protest served as a necessary release valve for public discontent.
  • Keeping a journal can be an effective release valve for complex emotions.
  • Humor sometimes functions as a release valve in high-pressure situations.
  • Providing a safe space for children to express anger offers a healthy release valve.
  • After months of hard work, the vacation was a much-needed release valve.
  • Without a healthy release valve for his frustrations, he might eventually lash out.