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as in recreation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
what do people in this jerkwater town do for relaxation?
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as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
meditating in a state of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of relaxation
While the relaxation has proved popular with some tourists, there are concerns that the trade is under-regulated.
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Afp, Fortune, 26 June 2025
These additions will bring even more opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and community gatherings.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 22 June 2025
In Mountain Village, the Peaks Resort is home to the largest spa in Colorado, where high-altitude treatments are designed to support circulation, ease tension, and encourage deep relaxation.
—Visit Telluride, AFAR Media, 18 June 2025
In fact, the broader legalization of cannabis for recreational and medical purposes has likely driven its boosted popularity and public image, leading many to see it as a relatively safe substance for relaxation and relief from stress, pain, and even boredom.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 17 June 2025
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Afp, Fortune, 26 June 2025
These additions will bring even more opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and community gatherings.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 22 June 2025
In Mountain Village, the Peaks Resort is home to the largest spa in Colorado, where high-altitude treatments are designed to support circulation, ease tension, and encourage deep relaxation.
—Visit Telluride, AFAR Media, 18 June 2025
In fact, the broader legalization of cannabis for recreational and medical purposes has likely driven its boosted popularity and public image, leading many to see it as a relatively safe substance for relaxation and relief from stress, pain, and even boredom.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
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When Brand was growing up, the developmental path in basketball went like this: knock on the door of your neighborhood recreation center and learn the game under mentorship of a trusted coach and teacher.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
27 June 2025
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That’s gotta be some sort of latex recreation or Madame Tussauds wax figure, right?—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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However, the High Priestess shows February being full of rest and healing, urging you to slow down and listen to your intuition… because your sixth sense is strong for a reason.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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These rules, if finalized, would apply to both indoor and outdoor work settings and would require employers to implement measures such as providing water, rest breaks, and acclimatization periods when temperatures reach certain thresholds.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
30 June 2025
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This clip has reached 39 million views as of Friday, leading to memes on X poking fun at the interaction.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
22 June 2025
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But inside the sanctuary of the studio walls, having fun felt like its own act of vengeance.—
David Mack,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
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Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and test your knowledge simultaneously.—
Sally Hoelscher,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
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Some private operators in the space distinguish themselves by not only providing flights, but a full itinerary for leisure travel that includes hotel reservations, hard-to-book restaurant hot spots, and excursions.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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Or the explosive growth of the experiential economy across sectors like sports, wellness, and entertainment.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Movistar Plus+ must be the home of fiction, entertainment, and sports.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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These are my basic rules for safety and enjoyment, at least in a vessel up to about 30 feet.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2025
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Aroma & Taste Profile Pinot Grigio from this region is crafted in a fresh, unoaked style, intended for immediate enjoyment.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Especially not for a few minutes worth of amusement.—
Scott Maxwell,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 June 2025
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The short clip has garnered more than 660,000 views and over 183,000 likes to date, drawing both widespread sympathy and amusement from viewers on TikTok.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.
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