as in couch
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters
the kids were stretched out on the lounge watching TV
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
the construction workers spent their break lounging in the shade behind the building
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
after putting in tons of overtime at the office, all we wanted to do on vacation was lounge around
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Recent Examples of lounge
Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 July 2025
There are also two mothers’ lounges within partitioned areas of the women’s restrooms in Lobbies A and E.
Cat Café: About a half-mile away from the convention center, The Cat Café offers a 50-minute resting session.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2025
Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
For unbeatable basics, these Champion Jersey Shorts are a steal at just $5, and are great for lounging, workouts, or running errands.
—Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Noun
In a wing of its own with limestone walls that foster a calming ambience, day or night, the ground-level primary suite incorporates private lounges and dual bathrooms.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 July 2025
There are also two mothers’ lounges within partitioned areas of the women’s restrooms in Lobbies A and E.
Cat Café: About a half-mile away from the convention center, The Cat Café offers a 50-minute resting session.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2025
Verb
In place of sun-worshiping fans camped out on makeshift bleachers, parents lounged on cushioned seats as kids nestled beside them balancing chicken wings and pizzas on their laps.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
For unbeatable basics, these Champion Jersey Shorts are a steal at just $5, and are great for lounging, workouts, or running errands.
—Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounge
Noun
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If the pee is on a material like a carpet, rug, couch or mattress, blot away the excess liquid before going in with your urine-enzyme spray.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Just had his Bible open on the couch and just talked about it.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Try to relax, rip currents don't pull you under the water.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
20 July 2025
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Today, this canal is a natural lazy river, at once a testament to the immense history of the land and a relaxing destination to enjoy the unrivaled beauty of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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There are numerous deals on weatherproof lounge chairs, sofas, and dining sets.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
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This three-story townhouse features four rooms, complete with contemporary furniture, including a sofa, coffee table, dining table and chairs, bed and bathtub.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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After taking a little extra time to rest up, the three-time Grammy winner kicked off her Las Vegas residency with a bang on Friday night.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
13 July 2025
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Paired with the gray-ish green color palette, sparse decor, and dark atmospherics in the Institute itself, the bleak vibes may be enough to turn some viewers off for good, especially those horror purists who tune in hoping to be terrified rather than just bummed out.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
13 July 2025
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In a lot of ways obviously, devastated and bummed out.—
Mike Fitzpatrick,
Baltimore Sun,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Having a selection of pool loungers included in your patio set up ensures a comfortable place where friends and family can bask in the sun, safely out of the splash zone.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
18 July 2025
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Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
Verb
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Add ingredients to an Old Fashioned glass with a big piece of ice and stir 10 to 15 seconds to chill.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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My chance to chill had to involve a numbing needle and head-vibrating drilling.—
Denise Snodell,
Kansas City Star,
9 July 2025
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The researchers observed that this particular population of orangutans also build slightly simpler nests for daytime naps, in contrast to other groups which frequently just laze on bare branches.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
25 June 2025
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The 576-square-foot gem is perfect for wading, doing morning laps, or just lazing alongside with a good book.—
Matthew Monagan,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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“Lounge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounge. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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