How to Use relaxed in a Sentence

relaxed

adjective
  • We have a relaxed dress code at the office.
  • He's a very relaxed guy.
  • Nothing makes me feel more relaxed than a nice hot bath.
  • The seminar was very relaxed—we met at the professor's house instead of the lecture hall.
  • The restaurant had a relaxed atmosphere.
  • I used to get really nervous performing, but I'm pretty relaxed about it now.
  • Haines agreed that the team that plays the most relaxed will have the best chance to reach the finals.
    Ben Thomas | Bthomas@al.com, al, 10 May 2022
  • He and the club are relaxed about his return, due at the end of March.
    Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
  • The first take was ragged; the second was both more relaxed and more vivid.
    Mick Stevens, The New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2021
  • Sandals on each of the show's 29 looks, gave off a relaxed feel.
    Thomas Adamson, ajc, 28 Sep. 2021
  • Gently pull apart the left and right sides for a more relaxed look.
    Dory Zayas, Parents, 26 July 2024
  • These pants have a relaxed fit, front and back pockets, and a drawstring to cinch the waist.
    Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
  • When the game started, Mitchell looked calm and relaxed.
    Chris Fedor, cleveland, 20 Oct. 2022
  • Your body needs to be in an open and relaxed state to achieve orgasm.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 31 July 2025
  • With his team more focused and relaxed, Gard could do the same.
    Lori Nickel, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2022
  • Both pieces are meant to have a relaxed fit and are made from a polyester-spandex blend.
    Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 3 May 2023
  • It’s made from a soft, chunky fabric and has a relaxed, boxy fit.
    Ali Faccenda, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Their clothes crease in such a way to suggest they are relaxed.
    Amy Verner, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2022
  • The shirt, which comes in 10 colors, has a relaxed fit with a curved hem that falls below the butt.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2024
  • McBride got off to a hot start and never relaxed throughout the game.
    Evan Dudley, al, 17 Sep. 2022
  • It's nipped at the waist for a little shape, but the skirt is relaxed for all-day comfort.
    Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Aug. 2022
  • She was relaxed in her seat, tending to the wheel with one hand, her eyes scanning the road.
    New York Times, 2 Sep. 2021
  • Wear these must-have jeans with a band tee and booties for a cool, relaxed outfit.
    Bridget Degnan, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2023
  • It’s in the latter mode that your mind is relaxed and creative thoughts emerge.
    Julie Jargon, WSJ, 6 Aug. 2022
  • Go with a relaxed fit, a la the Joedy from Frank & Eileen, and ooze nonchalance.
    Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 4 Sep. 2022
  • Let the dough rise in a covered bowl until it's relaxed, smoothed out and risen.
    Eric Pallant, CNN, 14 Sep. 2021
  • Choose comfortable dining room seating for a relaxed and inviting feel.
    Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 14 Jan. 2026
  • In general, fits were loose and relaxed.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Jan. 2026
  • The bottoms, equally as comfy, feature an elastic waistband, wide legs, and a relaxed fit.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Pointy white pumps and a crisp button-down easily elevate relaxed, pull-on pants.
    Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 13 Jan. 2026

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