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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
Additionally, the park will have multiple sensory gardens for guests who want to break away to reset or relax.
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Zach Wichter, USA Today, 28 May 2026
The Twist Ending Of ‘The Boroughs,’ Explained The Boroughs season one finale ends in a surprisingly peaceful scene, the group relaxing and spending an evening together.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Too often high-end places with this sort of menu can feel stuffy, but the ROMEO has a quality offering that comes with an air of relaxed confidence, with is both instantly appealing and relaxing in equal measure.
—Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 27 May 2026
Just relax and just do the scene and just listen to the director.
—Louis Staples, Glamour, 27 May 2026
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Zach Wichter, USA Today, 28 May 2026
The Twist Ending Of ‘The Boroughs,’ Explained The Boroughs season one finale ends in a surprisingly peaceful scene, the group relaxing and spending an evening together.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Too often high-end places with this sort of menu can feel stuffy, but the ROMEO has a quality offering that comes with an air of relaxed confidence, with is both instantly appealing and relaxing in equal measure.
—Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 27 May 2026
Just relax and just do the scene and just listen to the director.
—Louis Staples, Glamour, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relax
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In these suites, separate living areas create space to unwind, while spa-like marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and walk-in rain showers offer a haven of luxury and calm above the bustling energy of Manhattan.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Michael Adeniran, a dad of two who deals with daily stress and limited sleep, struggled to unwind after training and felt the weight of balancing workouts with real life.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Meanwhile, Noina uses her elbows, knees and feet to administer a satisfyingly joint-loosening Thai massage.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Travel costs are climbing, remote work has loosened the rules on where and how long people can roam, and a growing share of travelers are deciding that a stranger’s spare bedroom — or entire home — beats another $400-a-night hotel.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Park bolts downstairs to the Winter Gala, where his wife is about to take the stage and bask in the glow of her new philanthropy role.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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Only one of these companies could reach the Pacific first and bask in all of the publicity to follow.—
Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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With closing arguments looming on Tuesday, Karmelo Anthony's defense rested without calling him to testify — a move that came as legal analysts questioned whether his self-defense claim will persuade jurors.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Palestinians and Lebanese exist and persist in their land the way a tree grows and a rock rests.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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With the Liverpool block decompressed, Rodri turns, opening a passing option to Bernardo, which triggers a forward sequence from City into the space that’s been created.—
Jon Mackenzie,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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The better reason to stay here is to spend three days decompressing.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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Insects have to be chilled, packed, transported and released.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Delicious warm or chilled, brandied peaches make an elegant presentation served alongside vanilla ice cream or a simple vanilla cake like Lewis’ Busy Day Cake, still warm from the oven.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
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And The Log House is perfectly situated for a family or a group of friends who want to escape the city for a bit, explore the area, and chill out in the woods.—
Damian Fallon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
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Common skin changes in the cooler months Sure, the heat has chilled out, literally and figuratively, but cold, dry weather can be just as stressful for your skin.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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But as the Kennedy Center has begun to wind down operations, programming hasn’t been a priority for months.—
Janay Kingsberry,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2026
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The threat winds down after that with quieter weather on the way for the second half of the weekend.—
Daniel Peck,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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“Relax.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relax. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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