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as in comfortable
enjoying physical comfort
the frazzled executive was totally relaxed after the warm bath
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as in flexible
not bound by rigid standards
we're having a very relaxed staff meeting, and then everyone can get an early start on the long holiday weekend
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as in loosened
not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched
the fishing line was relaxed and looped lazily into the pond
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as in chilled
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
she took deep breaths to relax before going on stage
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as in slackened
to make less taut
relax the rope a bit so I can pick up the slack and tie this knot
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as in rested
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 relaxed
Christopher Murray
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Jean fits were overwhelming relaxed and loose.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
When curfew was relaxed for a few hours every day, youths cleaned the streets, visited hospitals to check upon the injured and held candlelight vigils for protesters who'd lost their lives.
—Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
The relaxed fit is perfect for work, and the hand warmer pocket on the front has plenty of room.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Jean fits were overwhelming relaxed and loose.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
YouTube has similarly relaxed its content moderation this year.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
When curfew was relaxed for a few hours every day, youths cleaned the streets, visited hospitals to check upon the injured and held candlelight vigils for protesters who'd lost their lives.
—Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxed
Adjective
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Smile Dentist Play Set This new Melissa & Doug toy helps kids get comfortable with trips to the dentist through pretend play at home.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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Thiaw, aged 24 and capped three times by Germany, is comfortable on the ball, can play in a high line and is good at switching play.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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However, if an employee purchases eligible health care items or services during furlough, they can’t be reimbursed from a flexible spending account until the worker returns to pay status and payroll deductions can be made.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Tourists are still enjoying Michigan's lineup of dynamic fall events amid Apple Month and Michigan Agritourism Month this October and are flexible to changing fall color patterns, said Nick Nerbonne, media and digital director for Travel Michigan.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Next, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and use a microfiber cloth to wipe away all the loosened grime.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
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The montage opened with a shot of As ever's Apricot Spread and Orange Marmalade in a gift box and rolled to show a photo revealing a brand-new item — a 2024 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — chilled on ice.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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Thanks to the thick insulation, it’s built to hold ice and keep everything chilled for hours.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Having their main players rested and healthy when the season officially begins makes sense.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
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Combs' defense team called no witnesses and rested their case after roughly 20 minutes, while prosecution called myriad ex-employees, former collaborators and other acquaintances within the rapper's orbit.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Shake off any loose debris, then rinse it with water.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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It’s made with a super-durable construction designed to withstand wear from at-home projects, while the loose fit allows for comfortable movement.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After completing the simple three-step routine, the actress basked in the glow of her hydrated skin.—
Starr Bowenbank,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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The looks basked in frisky gay revelry.—
Ludwig Hurtado,
Them.,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Relaxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxed. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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