as in resting
to refrain from labor or exertion
we blissfully basked at the seashore over the long holiday
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Recent Examples of basking
Forty-five minutes later, the racetrack appears almost without warning — coiled like a basking viper in the Tuscan countryside.
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Jonathan Hawkins, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
Most families stay in vacation rentals on these islands and spend their time basking on the sand or exploring nature.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
And in recent years, Venice has offered its share of memorable red-carpet looks (think Lady Gaga and her haute couture headpiece) and viral moments that draw the attention of the world (a teary Brendan Fraser basking in a standing ovation).
—Brent Lang, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
Now, Ragweed is intent on making the reunion permanent, and Folk sees a Stillwater return as the catalyst for that — as well as a chance to continue basking in the band’s 2025 homecoming.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
Now the oldest college football stadium west of the Mississippi is basking in a new wave of 21st century attention.
—Randy Mason
august 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2025
The black-and-white visual, directed by Cole Bennett, shows the Bieber family basking in the sun aboard a sleek yacht resembling the logo of Justin’s new apparel brand Skylrk.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 9 Aug. 2025
Now, one of the town’s top attractions is basking in the glow of good reviews — and a major award.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2025
Tortuga Bay is where visitors can surely encounter marine iguanas basking on the lava rocks or making their way in and out of the sea to feed on underwater algae.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Jonathan Hawkins, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
Most families stay in vacation rentals on these islands and spend their time basking on the sand or exploring nature.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
And in recent years, Venice has offered its share of memorable red-carpet looks (think Lady Gaga and her haute couture headpiece) and viral moments that draw the attention of the world (a teary Brendan Fraser basking in a standing ovation).
—Brent Lang, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
Now, Ragweed is intent on making the reunion permanent, and Folk sees a Stillwater return as the catalyst for that — as well as a chance to continue basking in the band’s 2025 homecoming.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025
Now the oldest college football stadium west of the Mississippi is basking in a new wave of 21st century attention.
—Randy Mason
august 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2025
The black-and-white visual, directed by Cole Bennett, shows the Bieber family basking in the sun aboard a sleek yacht resembling the logo of Justin’s new apparel brand Skylrk.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 9 Aug. 2025
Now, one of the town’s top attractions is basking in the glow of good reviews — and a major award.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2025
Tortuga Bay is where visitors can surely encounter marine iguanas basking on the lava rocks or making their way in and out of the sea to feed on underwater algae.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for basking
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It is said the bees gathered at the cemetery, resting on the tent over the grave and on the floral displays, returning to their hives after the service concluded.—
Elizabeth Bass Parman,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Thomas dove in and swam with Malibu, popping up simultaneously from the water and resting their extremities — his arms, her fins — on the edge of the pool.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Despite its size, though, the town packs a big punch with things to do and explore, and is an ideal spot for a relaxing mountain weekend away from it all.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Researchers have found that curcumin—the primary compound found in turmeric—has potent anti-inflammatory properties that can help regulate blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Basking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basking. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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