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as in to unwind
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
she took deep breaths to relax before going on stage
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as in to bask
to refrain from labor or exertion
I just want to kick back and relax after mowing that huge lawn
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Recent Examples of relax
Your home should be a haven for relaxing after a long day or spending quality time with family — but the summer heat can quickly turn your personal oasis into an unwelcome sauna.
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Maggie Horton, People.com, 16 July 2025
But there was one type of holiday that our readers favored above all this year: a relaxing escape, close to a top-tier city.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Not only did Treasury yields outright decline, but other signs of fiscal excess--yield curves, swap spreads, real rates, and the 10-year term premium--also relaxed in recent weeks.
—Kelly Evans, CNBC, 8 July 2025
For now, McKinstry has plans to relax on a lake with his agent in the Pacific Northwest.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 8 July 2025
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Maggie Horton, People.com, 16 July 2025
But there was one type of holiday that our readers favored above all this year: a relaxing escape, close to a top-tier city.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Not only did Treasury yields outright decline, but other signs of fiscal excess--yield curves, swap spreads, real rates, and the 10-year term premium--also relaxed in recent weeks.
—Kelly Evans, CNBC, 8 July 2025
For now, McKinstry has plans to relax on a lake with his agent in the Pacific Northwest.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relax
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The current administration has unwound certain HHS policy efforts that were put in motion by former President Biden.—
Shimite Obialo,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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While some retail traders may score quick profits, history suggests such episodes of exuberance can quickly unwind, leaving latecomers nursing losses.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
23 July 2025
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Work on resolving your insecurities and loosen the reins.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
22 July 2025
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Amid diminishing box office returns and creative troubles, Marvel's vice-like grip on the cinematic superhero genre is loosening.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
19 July 2025
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Having a selection of pool loungers included in your patio set up ensures a comfortable place where friends and family can bask in the sun, safely out of the splash zone.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
18 July 2025
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Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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After taking a little extra time to rest up, the three-time Grammy winner kicked off her Las Vegas residency with a bang on Friday night.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
13 July 2025
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Macchiato decompressed in a foster home following her rescue, and soon the 9-year-old canine was adopted, according to the non-profit organization.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
17 July 2025
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After a dramatic and magical playoff run, the Pacers had almost no time to decompress before making important decisions.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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After chilling the base, each version develops its distinct personality, with chocolate and cookies for one, and brown sugar and balsamic for the other.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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Asked if he’s ever told Brooks to chill, Smart brought up something former Georgetown coach John Thompson once told him.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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This Korean sunscreen is loaded with soothing ingredients, like allantoin and centella asiatica, to help red or irritated skin chill out.—
Jessica Kasparian,
SELF,
18 June 2025
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Had the government chilled out in the old days, the market would have developed a base reserve security asset.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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And despite Boise State losing elite sacker Ahmed Hassanein to the NFL last April, the Broncos don’t plan on winding down the pressure in 2025.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
17 July 2025
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The aforementioned Wild Child Tour kicked off on Feb. 14, 2025, and ran through cities like Brooklyn, Jacksonville, Philadelphia, and more before winding down in Irvine, Calif., on July 3.—
Regina Cho,
VIBE.com,
16 July 2025
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“Relax.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relax. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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