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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The look was a recreation of Anderson's memorable outfit from the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Today, that same site is home to Rybatska Strelka, a growing recreation complex that now attracts visitors from across the region and has become a noted example of sustainable tourism in Ukraine.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Yankees physician points to the possibility of six-man rotations to aid rest and recovery.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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Game 2 starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto volunteered to pitch – on one day of rest after pitching a complete game – and was warming up in the bullpen during the 18th inning.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
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And even more reliable than a bunch of fun-size Snickers in your candy collection are the celebrities who take the occasion to go all-out for the holiday.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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Which is all fine and good, but being just a shooter sometimes takes a lot of the fun out of the hunt itself.—
The Editors,
Outdoor Life,
30 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
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Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates, and what to watch with our EW Dispatch newsletter.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
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Mikita Brottman and David Brottman point out that the latter, more sensational, mode was often the more appealing in entertainment.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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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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In almost every case, those who took photos reported greater levels of enjoyment.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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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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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 31 Oct. 2025.
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