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Recent Examples of recline
On a recent trip to Thailand, our travel expert included all the classics, such as Wat Pho, the temple that houses the 45 meter reclining Buddha, but also made sure to include a bike trip to Bang Krachao (known as Bangkok’s Green Lung).
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Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Most people don’t have perfectly sized desks to sit at when reclining on their sofas and playing games on the TV.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
The backrest reclines to five different angles, and, set all the way back, the chaise can accommodate the full body of someone who’s up to six feet, four inches tall.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2025
The chairs fully recline and can be locked in an upright or laid back position, ensuring safety and stability.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 May 2025
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Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Most people don’t have perfectly sized desks to sit at when reclining on their sofas and playing games on the TV.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025
The backrest reclines to five different angles, and, set all the way back, the chaise can accommodate the full body of someone who’s up to six feet, four inches tall.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2025
The chairs fully recline and can be locked in an upright or laid back position, ensuring safety and stability.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recline
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On monthly Red Mirror Party nights, the whole space tilts into extravagance: live shows, flowing Champagne, and a dress code best described as ‘shiny’.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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In another clip later shared to TikTok, Sandy can be seen tilting her head back and forth at the TV, as Annie sings about her own dog.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Though nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults describe themselves as Christian, NAR leaders frequently couch their struggle for political domination in similar terms, as waging battle against the currents of larger society.—
Odette Yousef,
NPR,
21 June 2025
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When Republicans pass the laws people are fleeing, it’s sometimes couched in religious terms.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
5 June 2025
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Unwind by the Atlantic With sloping sand dunes, swaying beach grass and unbeatable views of the surf and sky, the beaches of the Outer Banks are a perfect place to spend an afternoon.—
Kate Lewis,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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In fact, a wide, sloping fairway gathers balls back to center.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Every day that goes by without cheaper options, Americans who might be inclined to go electric are instead buying gas-burning cars that could be on the road for a decade or more.—
Patrick George,
The Atlantic,
18 June 2025
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As most of the U.S. gears up for a hotter than average summer, many might be inclined to stay inside and crank up the AC.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
18 June 2025
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Alex was on his phone and computer constantly, never sleeping.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
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Nannies sleeping at their employers’ houses Susan, an immigrant from Guatemala, has been a nanny for 18 years.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2025
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Omorovicza's Perfecting Lip Balm's texture leans gritty, almost like a lip polish or a micro-exfoliator.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Wired News,
24 June 2025
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To move off, the rider leans forward, turns by leaning to the side and slows to a stop by leaning back.—
Paul Ridden
June 24,
New Atlas,
24 June 2025
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The study did not compare those who rested or napped with those who didn't take a break.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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The apes also spent a mean total of 76 minutes napping each day, over 1-2 different nests and multiple bouts of rest.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
25 June 2025
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India, meanwhile, is angling for Trump World to exempt its economy from sectoral tariffs on autos and steel and reciprocal taxes.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett are angling for the starting position, and rookies Sanders and Dillon Gabriel are angling to also start somehow, but possibly land a third-string situation.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
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“Recline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recline. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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