1
as in recreation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
what do people in this jerkwater town do for relaxation?
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2
as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
meditating in a state of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of relaxation
In a living room, a large tapestry can create a striking focal point, while a bedroom may benefit from softer, muted pieces that complement bedding and promote relaxation.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
If you’re headed to the beach, relaxation is probably number one on your vacation wish list.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
Guests can view the behemoth from their suites, the lodge, even the spa’s relaxation room.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
However, relaxation and scenic beauty had nothing to do with the origins of this waterway.
—Christine Keiner, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
If you’re headed to the beach, relaxation is probably number one on your vacation wish list.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
Guests can view the behemoth from their suites, the lodge, even the spa’s relaxation room.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
However, relaxation and scenic beauty had nothing to do with the origins of this waterway.
—Christine Keiner, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
Noun
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Toczylowski added that the car was seen on the video evidence from the recreation center.—
Doha Madani,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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Upgradable options include more than 90 different accessories focused around comfort, recreation, cargo, electrical, and protection as well as many others.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Developing good sleep habits leads to improved rest and overall well-being.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
28 Oct. 2025
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Regardless, a week of rest is scheduled prior to my return stateside.—
Max Barth,
New Yorker,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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A lot of fun, very comedic movie.—
Charles Infosino,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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Enter the 2025 Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Trail Special Edition; Honda’s rec/utility fit for any occasion, any chore and tons of off-road fun.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Popular among outdoor enthusiasts and leisure travelers for its clear water, natural wonders like the towering Baobab trees, and unique wildlife, Madagascar has historically been a great place to celebrate a big trip.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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In his leisure time, Atharva loves learning about digital marketing and watching soccer matches.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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One issue is that hypnosis has long been viewed as a form of entertainment, a stage show with a hypnotist and an audience, which can give viewers a sense that hypnosis is something done to you rather than a process that a person is led through.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates, and what to watch with our EW Dispatch newsletter.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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Friday night’s 2-1 loss against Leeds was the day the first shovels went into the ground as West Ham’s relegation resting place is constructed.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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While there aren’t any specific ghost tales associated with this cemetery, the grounds serve as the final resting place of several early park guests, staff, and Southern Sierra Miwok Nation community members.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Powered by a torquey 999cc liquid cooled, parallel-twin, four-stroke engine, with a Unicam cylinder head, the 5-seater Pioneer 1000 is specifically designed for fun in the sun, honey-do lists around the house, weekend trail enjoyment and even family outings with friends.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Record the last of this year's flowers for your garden journal, but also for your own enjoyment later.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Behind the scenes Six Flags Entertainment is a regional amusement-resort operator with approximately 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the United States, Canada and Mexico.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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Taking place at the City Center Bishop Ranch, the event invites both pets and their owners to don outfits and strut their stuff for the amusement of the general public.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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