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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.
—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
Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
Beautifully landscaped, it shifts from shallow lounging areas suitable for children into deeper sections for proper swimming.
—Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 15 June 2026
This queen-size sleeper sofa is packed with features designed for both lounging and overnight guests.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
The oversized tee silhouette and loose-fit boxers give the set a relaxed quality, making them as suitable for lounging as for bedtime.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
The large private compound boasts a gym, a spa, a theater, a pool, a large terrace for lounging and barbecuing, and a personal-size soccer field.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 11 June 2026
Especially in this trending barrel style, these sweatpants seamlessly upgrade any airport or lounging outfit with a fashion-forward edge that doesn’t sacrifice comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
The chic Löyly complex is typical of the new trend, with its saunas finely crafted from warm woods, a restaurant serving fashionable Nordic cuisine, and a seaside terrace for lounging.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
The Running Point star posted 14 snapshots, which included a photo of them kissing in a lush garden, another of them posing with their 7-year-old daughter, Rani Rose Hudson Fujikawa, and even one picture of the couple lounging in bed.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 10 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.
—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
Based on the Los Angeles and Atlanta terminals, travelers on domestic flights typically spend one hour lounging before going through security, and those on international flights take about 90 minutes, Porter said.
—Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
Beautifully landscaped, it shifts from shallow lounging areas suitable for children into deeper sections for proper swimming.
—Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 15 June 2026
This queen-size sleeper sofa is packed with features designed for both lounging and overnight guests.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
The oversized tee silhouette and loose-fit boxers give the set a relaxed quality, making them as suitable for lounging as for bedtime.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
The large private compound boasts a gym, a spa, a theater, a pool, a large terrace for lounging and barbecuing, and a personal-size soccer field.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 11 June 2026
Especially in this trending barrel style, these sweatpants seamlessly upgrade any airport or lounging outfit with a fashion-forward edge that doesn’t sacrifice comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
The chic Löyly complex is typical of the new trend, with its saunas finely crafted from warm woods, a restaurant serving fashionable Nordic cuisine, and a seaside terrace for lounging.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
The Running Point star posted 14 snapshots, which included a photo of them kissing in a lush garden, another of them posing with their 7-year-old daughter, Rani Rose Hudson Fujikawa, and even one picture of the couple lounging in bed.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounging
Adjective
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Law enforcement said Woods, who was uninjured but appeared lethargic, was showing signs of impairment at the scene.—
Ben Brachfeld,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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The Cavs looked lethargic, the building lacked energy because the home team gave them nothing to cheer for and now this erratic, inconsistent season could come to an end Monday night.—
Esfandiar Baraheni,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
Noun
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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.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Hole up in a cozy cottage at The Park micro-resort for the ultimate relaxing vacation.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
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Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities, including sailing, water skiing, tennis, pickleball, disc golf, or just relaxing by the lake.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Verb
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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.—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
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Its clear, shallow waters were pleasant to wade into after lazing under one of the scrubby trees on the sand.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
15 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Streaming shows — with their more leisurely pace and longer arcs — have simply been able to come by and iterate.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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Each suite has a double whirlpool tub, fireplace, refrigerator, private bathroom, and outdoor terrace for leisurely romantic homemade breakfasts that get delivered to your room.—
Midwest Living,
Midwest Living,
15 June 2026
Noun
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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.—
Kelso Harper,
Scientific American,
16 Dec. 2025
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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.—
Chris Schalkx,
Vogue,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The movie ends with a shot of the girls sitting by the pool, with Sonya’s head resting on Coley’s shoulder.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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The pieces can be separated to create extra resting space during meal prep or repurposed as vessels for nuts or olives at your next happy hour.—
Mina Dragani,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
Verb
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The 119-acre lakefront park, which is actually a peninsula, not an island, features more than 150 varieties of native plants, 20,000 trees and shrubs, a 5-acre pond, strolling paths, and wild prairie grasses and savanna.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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The Pier Village downtown is great for spending an afternoon shopping, strolling, and sipping.—
Valerie Fraser Luesse,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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“Lounging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounging. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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