1
as in cooling
to become still and orderly
stop making that racket, and just chill out!
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2
as in relaxing
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
if you don't chill out, you're going to get an ulcer
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Recent Examples of chilling out
Screenshots of the viral video show Punky bear chilling out in the poster's pool.
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Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
That chilling out and taking it slow means staying away from pushing themselves and well within their comfort zone.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
That chilling out and taking it slow means staying away from pushing themselves and well within their comfort zone.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chilling out
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Recent renovations have prioritized natural materials, while cutting-edge heat pump systems now provide emission-free heating and cooling throughout the hotel.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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All four sides of the building are covered by a pattern of interlocking trapezoidal pieces that serve as a sunscreen, cooling the interior.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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What To Take Home With You While a relaxing getaway does help reduce fatigue from a busy summer, a true reset trip will also give you tools to bring back with you to help maintain healthy habits at home.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The video shows the two large dogs named Trusty and Arthur relaxing on a large dog bed.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Summer driving season is winding down, so demand naturally drops off.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Summer is winding down, which accounts for the lack of blockbusters this weekend.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Chilling out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chilling%20out. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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