DECOMPRESSION Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

decompression

noun

as in relaxation

freedom from activity or labor the waitstaff gets a welcome period of decompression between the lunch and dinner rushes

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Recent Examples of decompression The structural mechanics around the IPO are real, the index catalysts are real, and the post-lockup decompression has been real across nearly every major technology IPO of the past decade. —

Joel Shulman, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026 Recovery teams explored two of the three chambers on Friday, but the search was limited due to considerations over oxygen and decompression. —

CBS News, 18 May 2026 Rescue teams explored two chambers Friday but were forced to stop because of decompression risks. —

Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026 Each rescue dive is limited to around three hours due to oxygen and decompression requirements, Shareef said. —

Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 17 May 2026 Still, there have been bright spots, particularly Sánchez’s emergence from a tough start at Wrigley Field two weeks ago all the better and Zack Wheeler’s solid appearance in his three starts back after thoracic outlet decompression surgery. —

Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 10 May 2026 Yoga classes teach ways to keep the decompression going at home, and guests can swing away at the adjoining golf course. —

Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 Cascading system failures would lead to a race against time to seal compartments and preserve breathable air, though decompression would often happen too quickly for the crew to react. —

Alan Bradley, Space.com, 8 May 2026 The right-hander returned from thoracic outlet decompression surgery after a blood clot was discovered in his pitching shoulder last season. —

ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026

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Noun

Some owners choose to rent out their properties, while others prefer to keep their space all to themselves, returning frequently for a bit of rest and relaxation.

— Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
The economic reality is that, despite Putin’s tough guy bluster and despite higher oil and gas prices as well as the unwise relaxation of energy sanctions on Russia, Putin’s house of cards is still more vulnerable than many realize.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 23 May 2026