as in to hang (around or out)
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Recent Examples of zone out
The Israeli government has insisted that Suwayda should be a demilitarized zone out of bounds to government forces.
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Eyad Kourdi, CNN Money, 19 July 2025
Apartments, in many areas, are zoned out of existence.
—Marina Bolotnikova, Vox, 7 July 2025
The lion's mane mushroom extract helps smooth any sharp edges from the THC for a mellow Friday night buzz that's perfect for zoning out with a movie.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Their 2025 releases lean further into analog textures and live jamming—ideal for zoning out or tuning in.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 9 June 2025
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Eyad Kourdi, CNN Money, 19 July 2025
Apartments, in many areas, are zoned out of existence.
—Marina Bolotnikova, Vox, 7 July 2025
The lion's mane mushroom extract helps smooth any sharp edges from the THC for a mellow Friday night buzz that's perfect for zoning out with a movie.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Their 2025 releases lean further into analog textures and live jamming—ideal for zoning out or tuning in.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zone out
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Later, wind down with a frosty glass of Naked Pig pale ale at craft brewery Back Forty Beer’s taproom; if hunger strikes, order a hearty, juicy burger too.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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That excess inventory is expected to wind down over the course of Q4.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Nov. 2025
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This is something Kang was championing — badass characters who also veg out on the couch without makeup on.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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And while humans tend to veg out on the couch, canines typically only watch for short periods.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was bummed out by Tech’s decision.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
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Democrats’ most visible strategy appears to be trying to bum a few bucks from the grassroots—when the grassroots’ greatest power is in protest, boycott, and other unified mobilization efforts.—
Sarah Stankorb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Don’t hesitate to let your hair down and loosen up a bit.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
29 Oct. 2025
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And though this slick east-side restaurant has loosened up a bit, the razor-sharp staff still runs the place like the fine-dining spectacle it's been for 20 years, with perfect pacing and so much poise.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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And someone who is a great listener, respectful, caring, chilled out, someone who supports my dreams – and is cool with my chaos!—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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When: Friday, later evening For: A date with your sofa Where: At home The key piece: Curling up and chilling out calls for the softest pajamas ever.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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The transcripts moved with her, idling among her papers.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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But for now, idled IRS workers aren’t applying thumbscrews to taxpayers.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
28 Oct. 2025
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Get our daily newsletter Yet Mr Schwarzman avoids footling with life’s foot-soldiers for a reason.—
The Economist,
The Economist,
19 Sep. 2019
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Within a few moments, an antlerless deer emerged, loafing along toward Ronnie, completely unalarmed.—
Jim Moore,
Outdoor Life,
8 Oct. 2025
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She is seen going over the shots planned for the next day and remembering that some loafing around is planned.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Zone out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zone%20out. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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