1
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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as in loafing
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as in lolling
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Recent Examples of lounging
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
Or, package deal together this chair set, umbrella, and gazebo for the ultimate lounging experience.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Another picture of the model lounging recalls a memorable photo of the designer sprawled across her bed, which features a curved sunburst pattern, in a room swathed in florals, lace, and a leopard print rug.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
This Vinho Verde hits the spot every time and is practically made for warm-weather front porch sipping from a rocking chair, poolside lounging, and summer sunset viewing.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
For travel days or lounging, this two-piece sweatsuit is now $36—that’s $24 off the regular price.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025
Matching sets remove the daily challenge of having to coordinate an outfit and are comfortable for a day of lounging or working from home.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Historically linked to meditation and traditional Japanese dining culture, today’s iterations are all about modern living needs that suit every whim—lounging while binging on the White Lotus reruns, creating a reading nook, or simply losing oneself in texts at the end of the day.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2025
Autumn in this subtly shifting terrain brings temperate days for adventuring and arts festival-hopping — and cool nights for stargazing and firepit lounging.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Marlowe, lounging behind Frizer, grabbed Frizer’s dagger and struck him in the head; Frizer snatched it back and returned the compliment.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Expect wide terraces for lounging, a summer kitchen for long dinners under the stars, a pool that sits just steps from the bay, and a private dock and boat lift.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Most are more interested in diving than lounging at five-star resorts.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The promotional brochure in the exhibit presents that ideal resident lounging on the bed, smoking a Marlboro while talking on the phone.
—Anthony Paletta, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Outdoors, the sprawling grounds are laced with bluestone hardscaping, mature olive trees, tall hedges, and numerous alfresco lounging and entertaining terraces.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
Or, package deal together this chair set, umbrella, and gazebo for the ultimate lounging experience.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
Another picture of the model lounging recalls a memorable photo of the designer sprawled across her bed, which features a curved sunburst pattern, in a room swathed in florals, lace, and a leopard print rug.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
This Vinho Verde hits the spot every time and is practically made for warm-weather front porch sipping from a rocking chair, poolside lounging, and summer sunset viewing.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
For travel days or lounging, this two-piece sweatsuit is now $36—that’s $24 off the regular price.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Noun
This cute camisole is perfect for lounging around or pairing with your favorite sweatpants or leggings.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025
Matching sets remove the daily challenge of having to coordinate an outfit and are comfortable for a day of lounging or working from home.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Historically linked to meditation and traditional Japanese dining culture, today’s iterations are all about modern living needs that suit every whim—lounging while binging on the White Lotus reruns, creating a reading nook, or simply losing oneself in texts at the end of the day.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2025
Autumn in this subtly shifting terrain brings temperate days for adventuring and arts festival-hopping — and cool nights for stargazing and firepit lounging.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Marlowe, lounging behind Frizer, grabbed Frizer’s dagger and struck him in the head; Frizer snatched it back and returned the compliment.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Expect wide terraces for lounging, a summer kitchen for long dinners under the stars, a pool that sits just steps from the bay, and a private dock and boat lift.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
Most are more interested in diving than lounging at five-star resorts.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The promotional brochure in the exhibit presents that ideal resident lounging on the bed, smoking a Marlboro while talking on the phone.
—Anthony Paletta, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounging
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The two, three, and even four-bedroom residences are spacious, feature mature olive trees, relaxing grounds, and gourmet kitchens.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Skip the sheep-counting and cup of chamomile, and luxuriate in the sleep-inducing blend of calming lavender oil, soothing balsam resin, moisturizing sweet almond oil, and relaxing magnesium salt flakes instead.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And poor, engine‑damaging quality or not, the ersatz aviation fuel had to work only once to get a kamikaze plane up and away to hit one of the enemy warships now lazing about in the offing around the Home Islands, often close enough to be spotted from shore with the naked eye.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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CFMoto is not resting on its laurels, having just recently revealed its first-ever inline-four sports motorcycle.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 Sep. 2025
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The visible-light photo, taken by one of Maxar Technologies' WorldView Legion satellites orbiting at an altitude of 312 miles (518 kilometers), shows what appears to be a fleet of fighter jets resting on the ramp adjacent to the runway surrounded by brown, arid soil.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Understand the difference between roosts, feeds, and loafing spots.—
Alex Robinson,
Outdoor Life,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The pre-snap process was lethargic, the playmaking was uneven, and the center-to-quarterback exchange was inconsistent.—
Mike Kaye
September 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Trailing after two lethargic quarters, the Chiefs gained life when Chargers rookie Omarion Hampton mistakenly ran out of bounds, giving Kansas City one last possession before the end of the half.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Forty-five minutes later, the racetrack appears almost without warning — coiled like a basking viper in the Tuscan countryside.—
Jonathan Hawkins,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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Most families stay in vacation rentals on these islands and spend their time basking on the sand or exploring nature.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The expansion will add new areas for strolling and hanging out.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Sep. 2025
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Cape May is not only scenic but a perfect beach town, with a promenade for strolling or biking and a myriad of excellent restaurants serving local seafood.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The leisurely trips meander along the Snake River, near Grand Teton National Park, for several hours.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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Once a working farm in the time of the gold rush, since 1962 the Greenhorn has been a place where the day is taken at a leisurely pace, where visitors soak in the 600 acres that abuts to 500,000 more acres of public land.—
Jenny Peters,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Lounging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounging. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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