1
as in settling (down)
to become still and orderly
stop making that racket, and just chill out!
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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
The beds are large and comfy, and the rooms have plenty of space for chilling out after a long day.
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Jaymi McCann,
TheWeek,
16 June 2026
Picturesque lake towns like Greenville and Naples are ideal destinations for water sports, boating adventures, or just chilling out on sandy shores.
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Erinne Magee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
What had seemed like a good way of chilling out was actually plunging me into a kind of crisis.
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Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
If holiday burnout has you in the mood for rest and relaxation, the star advises taking a break to enjoy one of her favorite holiday traditions—chilling out at home with the family.
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Essence,
15 Dec. 2025
As the moon and Venus connect, chilling out doesn’t have to be a snooze-fest.
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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.
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Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
Jaymi McCann,
TheWeek,
16 June 2026
Picturesque lake towns like Greenville and Naples are ideal destinations for water sports, boating adventures, or just chilling out on sandy shores.
—
Erinne Magee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
What had seemed like a good way of chilling out was actually plunging me into a kind of crisis.
—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
If holiday burnout has you in the mood for rest and relaxation, the star advises taking a break to enjoy one of her favorite holiday traditions—chilling out at home with the family.
—
Essence,
15 Dec. 2025
As the moon and Venus connect, chilling out doesn’t have to be a snooze-fest.
—
Usa Today,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
Screenshots of the viral video show Punky bear chilling out in the poster's pool.
—
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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For this year's 55th annual Pride Parade on Sunday, organizers were prepared, with six cooling buses stationed along the parade route.
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Lauryn enjoyed the performance from her seat, singing along and cooling herself off with an electronic fan.
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The family of five appeared to be settling into the area nicely, as Messi posted a series of photos on Instagram of himself and Roccuzzo relaxing poolside with their kids that July.
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With a spacious design, durable construction, and charming look, it’s bound to be your go-to retreat for morning coffee, afternoon reading, or evening relaxing.
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With Prime Day 2026 winding down, now is your last chance to upgrade your pet's sleep setup before the deals disappear.
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But Europe’s human rights watchdog, the Council of Europe, warned against winding down protection and assistance for Ukrainians displaced by the war, including those eligible for military service.
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If the plant was root bound in its pot, consider pulling it out of the ground, loosening up the roots so water can penetrate, and replanting it.
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After the ceasefire, oil prices plunged and bond yields fell, loosening up some of the cost crunch for consumers and businesses alike.
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“Chilling out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chilling%20out. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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