Meanings

costumed mascot character (oft. devised for PR purposes by local governments, government departments, etc.)

to relax one's efforts

tempered distribution

looking cool and collect

cushioning

bubble wrap

tempo indication

brake van

partial relaxation

impact mitigation

to relax one's mind

litotes (figure of speech)

relaxation method

relaxation time

buffer

dye retardant

alleviation of congestion (esp. traffic)

palliative medicine

loose

to weaken (of willpower, solidarity, etc.)