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
Katie Ann Lehman, StyleCaster, 24 Oct. 2025
The main house features floor-to-ceiling glass to take in the water views, with multiple balconies and decks for alfresco dining and lounging.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
The stretchy material allows for easy movement, which is suitable for workouts and lounging.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
The most popular beaches for swimming and lounging are dotted with brightly colored umbrellas and chairs, but there are also those that are a bit more remote and undeveloped.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025
Fall is full of holiday events, busy errands, and our personal favorite, cozy lounging.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
And topping it all off are the picturesque grounds, which are laced with gardens, lush lawns, and water features and host a plunge pool, an outdoor shower, and several alfresco lounging and entertainment areas, all secluded by an eight-foot hedge.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 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
Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025
The extra-wide, contoured seat and tall backrest make lounging effortless, while the 450-pound weight capacity adds peace of mind.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Made from the brand's buttery soft, breathable fabric, this sweater is ideal for lounging, traveling, or running errands while keeping you comfortable all day long.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
But she wasn’t enticed by the idea of throwing in the towel and lounging for the rest of her life.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
The company also collaborated with Nike last month to launch an initial three core activewear collections and four seasonal collections, featuring pieces designed for everything from strength training and everyday workouts to lounging and running errands.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
The video shows the pup lounging around in various positions in a home setting, from asleep on the floor and over a blanket to playing with a dog toy and lying on the floor with her legs in the air as a hand rubs her belly.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The elegant walkout pool leads to a covered pavilion, where there’s ample space for outdoor dining and just lounging around.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
Consider reserving specific clothing for lounging around with your pets.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Baggy fits, soft fabrics, and thoughtful design make lounging, low-key workouts, or spontaneous errands feel effortless.
—Katie Ann Lehman, StyleCaster, 24 Oct. 2025
The main house features floor-to-ceiling glass to take in the water views, with multiple balconies and decks for alfresco dining and lounging.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
The stretchy material allows for easy movement, which is suitable for workouts and lounging.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
The most popular beaches for swimming and lounging are dotted with brightly colored umbrellas and chairs, but there are also those that are a bit more remote and undeveloped.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025
Fall is full of holiday events, busy errands, and our personal favorite, cozy lounging.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
And topping it all off are the picturesque grounds, which are laced with gardens, lush lawns, and water features and host a plunge pool, an outdoor shower, and several alfresco lounging and entertainment areas, all secluded by an eight-foot hedge.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 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
Noun
With sizes ranging from 0 to 20 and four different inseam options (19, 23, 25, and 28 inches), these lightweight and sweat-wicking leggings are perfect for everything from lounging to long workouts, with plenty of space to keep your essentials in easy reach.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025
The extra-wide, contoured seat and tall backrest make lounging effortless, while the 450-pound weight capacity adds peace of mind.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Made from the brand's buttery soft, breathable fabric, this sweater is ideal for lounging, traveling, or running errands while keeping you comfortable all day long.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
But she wasn’t enticed by the idea of throwing in the towel and lounging for the rest of her life.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
The company also collaborated with Nike last month to launch an initial three core activewear collections and four seasonal collections, featuring pieces designed for everything from strength training and everyday workouts to lounging and running errands.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
The video shows the pup lounging around in various positions in a home setting, from asleep on the floor and over a blanket to playing with a dog toy and lying on the floor with her legs in the air as a hand rubs her belly.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The elegant walkout pool leads to a covered pavilion, where there’s ample space for outdoor dining and just lounging around.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
Consider reserving specific clothing for lounging around with your pets.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounging
Verb
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The Athmile Wide-Leg Sweatpants, which shoppers love for traveling, running errands, and relaxing at home, have a super-soft fleece lining and pockets big enough for smartphones.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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In the past two decades, self-expression has become a tacit expectation in many white-collar workplaces, with dress codes relaxing and companies professing interest in their employees’ lives and values.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
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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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Another image showed a photo of two people resting their feet on an outdoor fire pit, overlooking a river.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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This risks one dish getting cold or resting too long while the other is cooking.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Within a few moments, an antlerless deer emerged, loafing along toward Ronnie, completely unalarmed.—
Jim Moore,
Outdoor Life,
8 Oct. 2025
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She is seen going over the shots planned for the next day and remembering that some loafing around is planned.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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At just 5 weeks old and weighing just over 4 pounds, Lilly was lethargic, withdrawn and appeared seriously unwell.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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The market is lethargic nationwide, too, with 345,016 sales, down 9% in a year and 18% below average.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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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 boy band were basking in their 2008 reunion when Blue Bloods came along.—
Leena Tailor,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Oct. 2025
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On Friday, Las Vegas finished its 2025 climb with a trophy in hand, basking in the view from the top of the WNBA.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Visitors have reported seeing soldiers strolling across the fields, a general on the back porch and the sounds of a cook who worked for the family during the war.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Oct. 2025
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With its historic charm, artistic flare and coastal beauty, visitors love strolling its timeless streets and taking in the Pacific waterfront ambience.—
Noreen Kompanik,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Lounging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounging. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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