1
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
The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health notes that some studies show that certain types of music are more effective for relaxation and reducing stress.
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Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
If your space allows, consider bringing in 7th Avenue’s outdoor sofa set to make your patio into a relaxation destination.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
Yoga also offers relaxation benefits people may not get from other workouts.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Taking magnesium before bed may help support sleep, calm the nervous system, and promote relaxation.
—Anju Goel, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
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Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
If your space allows, consider bringing in 7th Avenue’s outdoor sofa set to make your patio into a relaxation destination.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
Yoga also offers relaxation benefits people may not get from other workouts.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Taking magnesium before bed may help support sleep, calm the nervous system, and promote relaxation.
—Anju Goel, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
Noun
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The Guadalupe River is still open for recreation, but officials urged residents to use caution.—
Ricardo Delgado,
San Antonio Express-News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Once that process is complete, Antero will close to recreation, including camping.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Colorado surely wants that series to go as long as possible to fully maximize their rest advantage.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Get your heart rate up while trekking through the scenic Canaan Valley and take a quick rest at any of the dozen shelters, some outfitted with wood-burning stoves.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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The album is full of strange, brilliant contradictions; Oklou slides masterfully between fun and eccentricity, pump and pathos.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Instead, make plans for future vacations, fun outings and anything to do with playful activities with kids or sports.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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However, if regulators can assure public safety, devices such as VueBuds can offer enormous freedom and improvements in quality of life and leisure for countless people with access to them.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Apr. 2026
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While his family visits often, Knightsbridge helps manage things in their absence, coordinating Christmas gifts for his tennis friends, stocking the house with groceries, and arranging leisure activities through Europe.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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Shopping, dining, and entertainment are on tap at the village-like Shops at Kukuiʻula, where residents will find boutiques with upscale global brands as well as island designers, fine dining restaurants and casual eateries, weekly farmers markets, and occasional live music.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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Thousands of actors, directors, writers and other entertainment workers have signed an open letter opposing the deal, arguing that further consolidation of the media industry will hurt creators and consumers.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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Her final resting place will be some 180 feet below the surface, but because the SS United States is so tall, the upper decks will be just 55 to 60 feet below Gulf waters, making this an accessible site for divers with various levels of wreck diving experience.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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It was accompanied by flowers in the design of Minnie Mouse, all the way to her final resting place.—
Christina Fan,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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For Selva, that information only enhances the enjoyment of a purchase.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
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My enjoyment was always hampered by trying to manipulate and enlarge the grid.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Laid-back Orange Beach offers the same unbeatable sugar-soft shoreline, plus family-friendly amusement and water parks, dolphin cruises, nature trails, championship golf, fishing excursions, and free concerts.—
Anne Olivia Bauso,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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As their story spread, millions of viewers reacted with a mix of shock and amusement at the dramatic itinerary switch.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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