How to Use relax in a Sentence
relax
verb- Try to relax and enjoy the ride.
- I can't relax with all this noise!
- A hot shower relaxed the tight muscles in my neck and shoulders.
- The muscles in my neck and shoulders should relax after a nice hot shower.
- Just relax, there's nothing to worry about.
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By the evening, my wife and I are ready to hang out and just relax.
—Kailyn Brownstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2022
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Csonka has earned the right to get off the road and relax.
—Marc Bona, cleveland, 8 Nov. 2022
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Get away from the city and relax with your toes in the sand and a cold drink in your hand.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Chron, 8 June 2022
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Follow the path along the river, or relax in the shade of the gazebo.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
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No more scrolling; just relax, and add this to your cart.
—Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 1 June 2022
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In 2019, a group tore down the street relaxing on a leather loveseat on wheels.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2024
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Part of me is ready to step back and relax a little bit.
—Chad Finn, BostonGlobe.com, 6 May 2023
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For the first time, maybe in his life, Durham was relaxed inside a prison wall.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 9 Nov. 2023
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It’s that time of year to sit back, relax, and shop the best online sales right now.
—Rachel Besser, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2021
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For most of us, the time spent in the yard is a way to relax from a career that keeps you in the office and out of the yard.
—Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 24 Feb. 2024
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Lean back and relax and take in as much of the sky as possible.
—Leada Gore | Lgore@al.com, al, 9 Aug. 2022
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Set the mood and relax by the wood-burning stone fireplace.
—Karen A. Avitabile, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2022
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Chopra and Jonas’s relaxing day in the park comes amid a busy few months for the couple.
—Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 May 2023
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Wanting to retreat from the pressures of the world and relax for a while is OK!
—Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 13 Feb. 2022
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Take a few moments to sit down, relax and ... rank your friends.
—Laura Blasey, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2022
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Get ready to sit back and relax for a while when Avatar: Fire and Ash hits theaters.
—Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
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Very comfortable place to rest and come back to to eat and relax.
—Josie Howell | Jhowell@al.com, al, 17 Mar. 2023
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Don’t forget the inflatable pool floats to relax in style at the beach for the rest of the summer.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2025
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The Olympic gymnast is taking time to relax and recharge in the Bahamas.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 26 Jan. 2023
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Just take time this month to breathe, relax, and enjoy the present moment.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2023
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These treats are designed to help cats relax and feel calm.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 May 2022
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This accent chair serves as a cozy spot to relax while adding a hint of retro charm to your decor.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Sep. 2024
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Makayla likes to relax, watch movies and read books when there’s down time.
—Ivan Orozco, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Dec. 2023
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Its comfortable shape gives you the best of both worlds — that is, fitted at the waist and relaxed through the leg — and its stretchy fabric feels luxe while looking super flattering, per one reviewer.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
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The adjoining sky terrace is a private alfresco space where the owner can relax after finishing in the study.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
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