1
as in droops
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
the heads of the flowers lolled on their stems in the blistering heat
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2
as in rests
to refrain from labor or exertion
farmhands lolling about in the shade and taking a break from the midday sun
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as in lazes
to spend time doing nothing
some members of the decorating committee were hard at work, and others were just lolling about
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Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026 -
The cream should hold a soft, semi-sturdy peak that gently droops at the tip without collapsing entirely.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
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If there’s hope for the event (and that’s assuming the World Cup deserves the benefit of hope), that now all rests on the players—particularly those from the host nations’ teams.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
11 June 2026
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Their reasoning rests on a point that often gets lost in the conversation.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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Potassium can help the body dispose of sodium through urine and also relaxes blood vessel walls.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
11 Dec. 2025
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Everything is so chill that the deck team relaxes way too much.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
18 Nov. 2025
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My wife takes their coats and hangs them on the rack by the door.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Haunt fans eager to get a sneak peek at what’s in store for Knott’s Scary Farm 2026 and breathe in the fog that always hangs over the Granddaddy of all Halloween events will get their chance during a preview event planned for this summer.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Like this Earth sign, this recurring float basks in abundance and is deliciously on-brand with the Thanksgiving staple.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
27 Nov. 2025
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Lorde's Nashville concert basks in rebirth Lorde walked onto the stage, sauntering down a catwalk as synths pulsed and a white laser beam shined her way.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Sep. 2025
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Perfect for anything from coastal getaways and city strolls to casual office days, the Toccin Drew Pleated Wide-leg Trousers make any outfit feel fresh.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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They’re also outfitted with a breathable upper material that provides airflow during sweaty workouts and leisurely strolls around the neighborhood.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
27 May 2026
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Kingsley directs with confidence, even though the film sags a bit when the ever-escalating action starts to overtake the character comedy.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2025
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The high-output Arco Zeus alternator cuts recharge time in half compared to earlier models and can charge the battery bank even while the Sprinter engine idles.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
26 Nov. 2025
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As Cain eats his chicken quesadilla and fries, a man idles outside the glass window that separates our table from him.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
29 July 2025
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“Lolls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lolls. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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