as in relaxing
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
he watches classic movie comedies as a way to de-stress
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Recent Examples of de-stressing
Progressive muscle relaxation helps with de-stressing by tapping into your mind-body connection.
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Stefanie Groner, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
This includes beauty and barber shops, gym and fitness studios, health and beauty spas and massage parlors — perfect for de-stressing after the holidays.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
Between holiday gift shopping, party planning, and traveling, everyone could use a little de-stressing this time of the year.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
Stefanie Groner, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
This includes beauty and barber shops, gym and fitness studios, health and beauty spas and massage parlors — perfect for de-stressing after the holidays.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
Between holiday gift shopping, party planning, and traveling, everyone could use a little de-stressing this time of the year.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for de-stressing
relaxing
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With another sweltering summer on its way, the thought of a relaxing mountain getaway with easy access to outdoor adventures, scenic beauty, and countless ways to cool off sounds simply divine.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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One option your provider may discuss is GEMTESA (vibegron), a prescription treatment that works by relaxing the bladder muscle.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
1 May 2026
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“De-stressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de-stressing. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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