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as in relaxing
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 lazing
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 lounging
The Week Us,
TheWeek,
22 June 2026
The president also posted a fake image of himself and several of his administration officials in swimsuits, along with an unidentified woman in a bikini lounging in the water.
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Willem Marx,
NPR,
21 June 2026
This stunning wicker loveseat, complete with plush, high-performance cushions, would be the ideal addition to any front porch or balcony for casual outdoor lounging.
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Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
The Pocket Blanket folds down to roughly the size of a wallet but unfolds into a surprisingly spacious ground cover for picnics, lunch breaks, beach days, and campsite lounging.
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Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
From late spring to fall, a huge outdoor terrace overlooking the Baraboo Bluffs is yours for the lounging, often with live music.
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Midwest Living,
11 June 2026
This structural silhouette has a deep seat—35 inches—for easy lounging.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
4 June 2026
The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and visions of poolside lounging and weekend getaways are dancing in nearly everyone’s heads.
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Allbusiness,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Out back a large deck contains a dining table for eight and an additional lounging area.
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Damian Fallon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
An old recording studio, still adorned with a grand piano, now exists more as a lounging space.
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Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
But then there's always the low-key option of simply spending the entire day lounging at the pool.
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Jaclyn Greenberg,
Parents,
29 June 2026
There were plush white sofas in almost every room, with guests lounging and kicking up their feet after trekking around the massive space.
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Mary Wenthur,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
Other snaps saw the Selena actress lounging in silk pajamas, celebrating her kids' graduations, eating a huge croissant, nibbling on a chocolate bar in bed, and posing for a selfie on a couch.
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Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
Spend the day riding the roaring 1924 roller coaster, eating caramel apples on the boardwalk, and lounging on the beach.
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Adeline Duff,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
And for flexible seating that can be moved where it’s needed, the Twlear Indoor/Outdoor Inflatable Ottoman is perfect for lounging on the pool deck or patio.
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Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
Days are best spent enjoying the private lake access and dock, or lounging by the indoor wood-burning fireplace and unwinding in the claw-foot tub.
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Madeline Weinfield,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Noun
This 1889 Second Empire–style Victorian in the Gold Coast has a spacious roof terrace with a wrought-iron decorative railing, space for alfresco dining and lounging, and lake views.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
22 June 2026
The president also posted a fake image of himself and several of his administration officials in swimsuits, along with an unidentified woman in a bikini lounging in the water.
—
Willem Marx,
NPR,
21 June 2026
This stunning wicker loveseat, complete with plush, high-performance cushions, would be the ideal addition to any front porch or balcony for casual outdoor lounging.
—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
The Pocket Blanket folds down to roughly the size of a wallet but unfolds into a surprisingly spacious ground cover for picnics, lunch breaks, beach days, and campsite lounging.
—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
From late spring to fall, a huge outdoor terrace overlooking the Baraboo Bluffs is yours for the lounging, often with live music.
—
Midwest Living,
11 June 2026
This structural silhouette has a deep seat—35 inches—for easy lounging.
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
4 June 2026
The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and visions of poolside lounging and weekend getaways are dancing in nearly everyone’s heads.
—
Allbusiness,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Out back a large deck contains a dining table for eight and an additional lounging area.
—
Damian Fallon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
Verb
Unlike during recovery months when high-intensity skiing and snowboarding take precedence, the remainder of the year is much more focused on lounging, pampering and connecting with other guests.
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Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
An old recording studio, still adorned with a grand piano, now exists more as a lounging space.
—
Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
But then there's always the low-key option of simply spending the entire day lounging at the pool.
—
Jaclyn Greenberg,
Parents,
29 June 2026
There were plush white sofas in almost every room, with guests lounging and kicking up their feet after trekking around the massive space.
—
Mary Wenthur,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
Other snaps saw the Selena actress lounging in silk pajamas, celebrating her kids' graduations, eating a huge croissant, nibbling on a chocolate bar in bed, and posing for a selfie on a couch.
—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
Spend the day riding the roaring 1924 roller coaster, eating caramel apples on the boardwalk, and lounging on the beach.
—
Adeline Duff,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
And for flexible seating that can be moved where it’s needed, the Twlear Indoor/Outdoor Inflatable Ottoman is perfect for lounging on the pool deck or patio.
—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
Days are best spent enjoying the private lake access and dock, or lounging by the indoor wood-burning fireplace and unwinding in the claw-foot tub.
—
Madeline Weinfield,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounging
Adjective
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Signs of heat stroke in dogs include heavy panting and drooling, being weak or lethargic, bright red gums and bloodshot eyes.
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When to Contact a Wildlife Rehabilitator Always contact a wildlife rehabilitator if the turtle appears injured, such as having a cracked shell, or seems lethargic or sick.
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The researchers concluded that at least one of the keys to preventing social loafing is restoring individual responsibility within a group.
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The family of five appeared to be settling into the area nicely, as Messi posted a series of photos on Instagram of himself and Roccuzzo relaxing poolside with their kids that July.
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With a spacious design, durable construction, and charming look, it’s bound to be your go-to retreat for morning coffee, afternoon reading, or evening relaxing.
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The sense of just how much there is to do in this part of the world—the length of the scale between lazing and becoming ultra-active—is palpable.
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Its clear, shallow waters were pleasant to wade into after lazing under one of the scrubby trees on the sand.
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Mondays have $5 martinis, mules and margaritas, Fridays and Saturdays are for boogying upstairs and the patio at Metro is an any-day spot for a leisurely drink or three.
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That was when the lensman captured the social set at their leisurely and often strikingly dressed best.
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The pup, named Eba, appeared immune to being rushed and trotted behind at the farthest extent of her leash, tongue lolling, black eyes squinting in the afternoon sun.
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After a few days of snorkeling and beach-lolling, the view from our helicopter transfer to the Miavana resort on the island of Nosy Ankao just off Madagascar’s northeast, painted an alarmingly different picture.
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Following the convincing 3-0 victory over Czechia while resting some starters, the atmosphere on the Mexican team has been very relaxed, with several videos showing the players joking around with each other.
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On the facing page was Gompers’s block print/line drawing of the Tibetan saint and poet Milarepa sitting in a lotus position, a Sierra cup at his feet, and a Campingaz Bleuet stove resting on a boulder.
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Spend an afternoon strolling through the Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden or visiting the gentle giants at Elephant Nature Park, an ethical rescue and rehabilitation center.
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In fact, when a distraught Tom Hayward suddenly reappears, a content Mary is strolling in a local park on her own.
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“Lounging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounging. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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