as in relaxed
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
he watches classic movie comedies as a way to de-stress
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relaxed
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Made with breathable, four-way stretch fabric, the pants are slightly tailored yet relaxed for an effortless feel.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Apr. 2026 -
If the security oversight requirements are relaxed, the security team may have more time to find problems, and the development team may have more time to launch the app.—
Felysha Walker,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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“De-stressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de-stressed. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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