1
as in rests
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
she took deep breaths to relax before going on stage
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2
as in loosens
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 basks
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 relaxes
Overthinking at work drains emotional energy because your brain never fully relaxes.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Set in the palace's former stables, the spa relaxes with a gorgeous indoor pool and aromatic treatments.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Keep words warm, yet clear and definite today so everyone relaxes sooner.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 28 May 2026
The new documentary includes footage of this shocking moment, showing Attenborough pressed to the ground as a young gorilla relaxes on top of him, seemingly unbothered by the man in their midst.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
The color forges a deep connection with nature that simultaneously relaxes and energizes.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Friedenzohn, from Embry-Riddle, previously said that the DOT sometimes relaxes these requirements on a case-by-case basis.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Inhalers often contain albuterol, a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles and opens up the airway.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
Our method relaxes that constraint, allowing scientists to explore materials that were not practical before.
—Andrei Derevianko, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Set in the palace's former stables, the spa relaxes with a gorgeous indoor pool and aromatic treatments.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Keep words warm, yet clear and definite today so everyone relaxes sooner.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 28 May 2026
The new documentary includes footage of this shocking moment, showing Attenborough pressed to the ground as a young gorilla relaxes on top of him, seemingly unbothered by the man in their midst.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
The color forges a deep connection with nature that simultaneously relaxes and energizes.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Friedenzohn, from Embry-Riddle, previously said that the DOT sometimes relaxes these requirements on a case-by-case basis.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Inhalers often contain albuterol, a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles and opens up the airway.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026
Our method relaxes that constraint, allowing scientists to explore materials that were not practical before.
—Andrei Derevianko, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxes
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If there’s hope for the event (and that’s assuming the World Cup deserves the benefit of hope), that now all rests on the players—particularly those from the host nations’ teams.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
11 June 2026
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Their reasoning rests on a point that often gets lost in the conversation.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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Before a big race or presentation, the AI Massage gets blood flowing and loosens tight muscles.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
10 Dec. 2025
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Fortunately, the BreezyClear Pro is equipped to address all the baby’s needs from the beginning to the end of the decongestion process; by briefly misting the nasal passages, the device loosens mucus so its powerful suction can remove it quickly and without fuss.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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Like this Earth sign, this recurring float basks in abundance and is deliciously on-brand with the Thanksgiving staple.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
27 Nov. 2025
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Lorde's Nashville concert basks in rebirth Lorde walked onto the stage, sauntering down a catwalk as synths pulsed and a white laser beam shined her way.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Sep. 2025
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This nifty side table chills beverages for hours while doubling as a convenient spot to set down drinks or snacks.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Uncertainty chills the market TOPSHOT - Smoke rises from the direction of an energy installation in the Gulf emirate of Fujairah on March 14, 2026.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
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Franny unwinds the silk scarf from her neck and pulls back her long hair, which is still damp with sweat from the rush to board.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Rent has also shot up as Milei unwinds price controls.—
Isabel Debre,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Using contoured foam rollers built into an adjustable frame, the bed gently decompresses the spine while massaging muscles along the way.—
Joe Jackson,
Outside,
20 Nov. 2025
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“Relaxes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxes. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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