as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
we blissfully basked at the seashore over the long holiday
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Recent Examples of bask
Indeed, the restaurant strikes me as a perfect choice for solo dining: belly up to the bar for a glass from the strong wine list, which foregrounds small producers, and order something to nibble on, or dive into, or bask in.
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Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 15 June 2025
Best Overall: La Mer Crème de La Mer For a luxe option that really works, try La Mer’s Crème de La Mer (and bask in the skin care flex of displaying it on your sink).
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 13 June 2025
These lizards are semi-aquatic and can often be seen swimming or basking near water.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
In just one day, visitors can marvel at fascinating avifauna from the Caribbean and far beyond, all while basking in the dazzling landscapes that have earned the island worldwide acclaim.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 15 June 2025
Best Overall: La Mer Crème de La Mer For a luxe option that really works, try La Mer’s Crème de La Mer (and bask in the skin care flex of displaying it on your sink).
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 13 June 2025
These lizards are semi-aquatic and can often be seen swimming or basking near water.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
In just one day, visitors can marvel at fascinating avifauna from the Caribbean and far beyond, all while basking in the dazzling landscapes that have earned the island worldwide acclaim.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bask
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The 67-foot pool is stunning, and relaxing in the hydro-vitality tub will melt stress away.—
Rona Berg,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Young visitors will enjoy the splash pad and water slide, while guests ages 18 and older are welcome to relax in the quiet adults-only pool and hot tub.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2025
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Jacob Beam’s Impact on Bourbon Jacob’s success rested on careful craftsmanship.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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The government is expected to rest its case as early as Monday (June 23), with the defense possibly wrapping up by midweek.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2025
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“Bask.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bask. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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