as in couches
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters
the kids were stretched out on the lounge watching TV
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as in rests
to refrain from labor or exertion
the construction workers spent their break lounging in the shade behind the building
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as in bums
to spend time doing nothing
after putting in tons of overtime at the office, all we wanted to do on vacation was lounge around
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Recent Examples of lounges
John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
At Narita, Star Alliance passengers can access several lounges, including the United Club and ANA Lounge in terminal one.
—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
On the high-end travel side, Amex offers 32 lounges worldwide, by far the largest number of any issuer.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 6 May 2026
At the same time, big, legacy airlines were selling their own basic economy fares that were similar to what Spirit was offering, but with bigger networks and more perks, like free wi-fi, food and more roomier seat options, as well as lounges.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 2 May 2026
By the late 1980s and early 1990s, karaoke bars and lounges were popping up in cities across America, turning what began as a novelty into a social ritual that blends music, performance, and community.
—Jesse Kirshbaum, SPIN, 1 May 2026
The Amerant North & South lounges will be renovated.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Anchoring the property is the roughly 50,000-square-foot primary residence featuring numerous living rooms, dining areas, and lounges.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2026
According to Airport Dimensions’ 2024 Airport Experience survey, 52% of frequent travelers use lounges on at least some of their trips, and 70% of travelers say more options for lounge access would improve their experience.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
Eight wineries will pour at two tasting lounges, with a free general admission and drink tickets for sale at the event.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
At Narita, Star Alliance passengers can access several lounges, including the United Club and ANA Lounge in terminal one.
—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
On the high-end travel side, Amex offers 32 lounges worldwide, by far the largest number of any issuer.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 6 May 2026
At the same time, big, legacy airlines were selling their own basic economy fares that were similar to what Spirit was offering, but with bigger networks and more perks, like free wi-fi, food and more roomier seat options, as well as lounges.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 2 May 2026
By the late 1980s and early 1990s, karaoke bars and lounges were popping up in cities across America, turning what began as a novelty into a social ritual that blends music, performance, and community.
—Jesse Kirshbaum, SPIN, 1 May 2026
The Amerant North & South lounges will be renovated.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Anchoring the property is the roughly 50,000-square-foot primary residence featuring numerous living rooms, dining areas, and lounges.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2026
According to Airport Dimensions’ 2024 Airport Experience survey, 52% of frequent travelers use lounges on at least some of their trips, and 70% of travelers say more options for lounge access would improve their experience.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounges
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Other pictures show cabins with large windows and couches.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC news,
9 May 2026
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The right pet hair remover or lint roller for pet hair keeps your clothes fur-free — not to mention other fabrics, such as couches, bed sheets and rugs.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The sublime—a concept introduced by the first-century philosopher Longinus and later refined by Edmund Burke and Immanuel Kant—rests on an encounter with something too immense or too powerful for the human mind to comprehend fully.—
Sebastian Smee,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Our evidence rests in the eight spindly tomato plants poking up from small containers next to a large window in our back room.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Critical thinking really bums them out.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Then Jason and Thor shower together, each lathering the other’s back and bums up with fewer orgasms than an old Herbal Essences commercial.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
4 Feb. 2026
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Salon Sofa Curved sofas are always on trend, but more so than ever this year.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
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Art from his personal collection fills the public spaces, and the rooms have red-stone baths, sofas detailed with luggage-style straps, and headboards painted in hazy ombres to match the sunrise.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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The new documentary includes footage of this shocking moment, showing Attenborough pressed to the ground as a young gorilla relaxes on top of him, seemingly unbothered by the man in their midst.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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The color forges a deep connection with nature that simultaneously relaxes and energizes.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
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As humanity basks in the aftermath of the unprecedented success of Artemis II, which took humans back to the Moon for the first time in 54 years and brought them farther from Earth than ever before, many of us can’t help but think about grander goals.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Floorboards and beige walls didn’t do much to set the mood, but they were beautifully accompanied by period furniture and lamps, that kept the post-war vibe the rest of the hotel basks in.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Keep scrolling to discover why the best canvas totes are taking over this spring and summer—perfect for every sunny scenario, from Sunday strolls to the farmers’ market to office hours.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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For city strolls A white button-down is the foundation of some of the most reliable travel outfits—especially for long walking days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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Alegría directed half of the show’s eight episodes; Urrejola plays the key character of Blanca.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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The addition of the guest play-callers, Close and women’s water polo coach Adam Wright, led to a variety of trick plays throughout the game.—
Sean Campbell,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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“Lounges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounges. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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