meditation
noun
med·i·ta·tion
ˌme-də-ˈtā-shən 
1
: a discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation
2
: the act or process of meditating
the meditation out of which this novel has come—
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She spent the morning in meditation.
Daily meditation helps clear his mind.
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That period gave rise to his belief in meditation.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
The new guidelines also emphasize lifestyle strategies including exercise, limiting alcohol consumption, and stress reduction in the form of meditation, yoga, or deep breathing.
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Inspired by dance, meditation and breathwork, Pilates further developed his exercise regimen, known at the time as Contrology.
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Alec Lewis, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
The new guidelines also emphasize lifestyle strategies including exercise, limiting alcohol consumption, and stress reduction in the form of meditation, yoga, or deep breathing.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
Inspired by dance, meditation and breathwork, Pilates further developed his exercise regimen, known at the time as Contrology.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Activities and Experiences The hotel has a heated lap pool, a 10-room spa that includes a bathhouse, a studio for yoga or meditation, and a small adults-only pool (ideal for those traveling without kids, as the main pool can get quite noisy in the afternoon).
—Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
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“Meditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meditation. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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meditation
noun
med·i·ta·tion
ˌmed-ə-ˈtā-shən
: the act or an instance of meditating
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