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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Mediterranean gardens are popular for their low-water plants, relaxed style, and connection to coastal beauty.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2026
These Levi Strauss jeans have a high-rise fit that’s relaxed without looking frumpy, plus they’re made from a slightly stretchy denim blend for extra comfort.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
The Crater Bar offers unobstructed views from day to night, with plush seating and a relaxed atmosphere—perfect for wildlife spotting with a pair of binoculars.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Mediterranean gardens are popular for their low-water plants, relaxed style, and connection to coastal beauty.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
Prettygarden Two-piece Maxi Skirt Set Available in 20 colors and made to mix and match, this simple maxi skirt set is elegant enough for a destination wedding, relaxed enough for a beach dinner, and versatile enough for a full day of sightseeing.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2026
These Levi Strauss jeans have a high-rise fit that’s relaxed without looking frumpy, plus they’re made from a slightly stretchy denim blend for extra comfort.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxed
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These breathable, lightweight pants are great for spring, keeping you cool and comfortable during long travel days.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Plus, average banking customers—particularly younger digital-native consumers—have grown more comfortable keeping their money with an online-only service provider.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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Fridge foraging is flexible by design, built around a few adaptable formats that absorb nearly any combination of ingredients.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Designed for all-day wear, these clogs have a foam insole with moderate cushioning and a supportive, flexible outsole.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
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For now, though, Detroit’s automakers are leaning into the lucre that comes from selling millions of fossil-fuel vehicles in a rare moment of loosened regulation.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
24 Feb. 2026
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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 bird is then brined, chilled for about 24 hours, and rotated in a specialty rotisserie oven.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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To start, make sure your wine is very chilled.—
Jerry & Krista Slater,
AJC.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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Having already won the Atlantic Division title, Buffalo (50-23-9) rested numerous starters, including captain Rasmus Dahlin and scoring leader Tage Thompson.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Russ shifted his weight and rested his arm on the back of Cherry’s chair.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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Plane outlets are often slow, loose, or even nonexistent, and when delays stack up, a dead phone becomes a real problem—not just an inconvenience.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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In reality, though, the song’s lyrics are downbeat but vague, held together by a loose emotional logic.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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The track’s performance yielded a show-stopping moment, which Karol basked in with fireworks and a colorful light show before wrapping up the performance.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
14 Apr. 2026
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The sun lifted over the trees and basked our faces in warmth.—
Matt Crossman,
Midwest Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Relaxed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxed. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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