zoning out

Definition of zoning outnext
present participle of zone out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for zoning out
Verb
  • Authorities said the crowd that gathered at the federal building later in the afternoon, as the rally was winding down, had ignored orders to disperse.
    Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
  • When Brider was winding down last fall, the two longtime friends ran into each other.
    Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Men, once largely confined to safe tuxedos, began loosening up.
    Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Raw Silk Skincare Washcloths are an all-natural, reusable exfoliating cloth, designed for gently loosening up dead skin cells and makeup.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • If holiday burnout has you in the mood for rest and relaxation, the star advises taking a break to enjoy one of her favorite holiday traditions—chilling out at home with the family.
    Essence, Essence, 15 Dec. 2025
  • As the moon and Venus connect, chilling out doesn’t have to be a snooze-fest.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Zoning out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zoning%20out. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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