zoning out

verb

present participle of zone out
as in hanging (around or out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zoning out
  1. winding down
  2. loosening up
  3. chilling out
Verb
  • But with the World Cup in Kansas City coming to close, the City of Entrepreneurs Market is also winding down.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026
  • Just as the week was winding down, we were given more to look forward to.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026
Definition of winding down
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  • Beckham isn’t the only one loosening up their summer style with a lacy slip skirt.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 2 July 2026
  • This can be avoided by squatting, stretching and loosening up your joints before jumping.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
Definition of loosening up
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  • The beds are large and comfy, and the rooms have plenty of space for chilling out after a long day.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 16 June 2026
  • Picturesque lake towns like Greenville and Naples are ideal destinations for water sports, boating adventures, or just chilling out on sandy shores.
    — Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Definition of chilling out
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“Zoning out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zoning%20out. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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