as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
after she gets home from work, she needs some time to decompress before preparing dinner
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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 decompress
Siena Gagliano, Allure, 13 Mar. 2025
The latter feels particularly like what audiences are hungry for right now as cooking and lifestyle shows can be a way to decompress - even if some of the content might be more aspirational than practical.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025
Some animals need a day or two to decompress and adjust to their new surroundings, according to the Animal Humane Society.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
The property has a basketball hoop for kids and sweeping mountain views for those still decompressing from street life.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2025
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Verb
Wearing them is a good way to decompress after a long workday or whenever a headache hits, as the goggles combine heat, vibration, and massage.
—Siena Gagliano, Allure, 13 Mar. 2025
The latter feels particularly like what audiences are hungry for right now as cooking and lifestyle shows can be a way to decompress - even if some of the content might be more aspirational than practical.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025
Some animals need a day or two to decompress and adjust to their new surroundings, according to the Animal Humane Society.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
The property has a basketball hoop for kids and sweeping mountain views for those still decompressing from street life.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decompress
Verb
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The Private Office is also a comfortable space to relax, spread out and inspire creativity.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Progressive Muscle Relaxation Progressive muscle relaxation involves slowly tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups in the body, one at a time.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
27 Apr. 2025
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There's a mix of on-the-beach relaxation (pet-friendly!) and off-the-beach amusements, such as go-kart tracks, a handful of mini-golf courses, a number of ice cream shops, and good restaurants.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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Each packet of Off Duty contains a gentle dose (5mg THC + 5mg CBD), ensuring a soothing state of calm and relaxation.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Cooper was good about giving Vasilevskiy, who has one Vezina (2018-19), one Conn Smythe (2021) and a pair of Cup rings to his credit, sufficient rest as Jonas Johansson made 18 starts.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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At the time, a rep for the band told media outlets that Starkey was advised to take blood thinners for two weeks and rest to prevent additional clots.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Decompress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decompress. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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