Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zoning out
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With camp in Arizona winding down, the Dodgers have decided on their 13-man pitching staff (plus two-way star Shohei Ohtani).—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026 -
With just under two minutes left in the first half and the shot clock winding down, UCLA guard Donovan Dent shot a desperation 3-pointer.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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Men, once largely confined to safe tuxedos, began loosening up.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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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
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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
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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 26 Mar. 2026.
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