1
as in recreation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
what do people in this jerkwater town do for relaxation?
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2
as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
meditating in a state of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of relaxation
Regular exercise, getting enough sleep, and learning relaxation techniques such as meditation, can be helpful for stress reduction.1
Keep diabetes supplies on hand and in stock at home.
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Alysse Dalessandro, Health, 29 Mar. 2025
For now, spring break is yet another reminder of the mismatch between American work culture and the needs of human life — for relaxation, for connection, for something to shake up what can sometimes be a draining daily routine.
—Anna North, Vox, 27 Mar. 2025
Brimming with blissfully bare beaches and rolling green hillsides that hide quaint cottages and understated villas, Bequia embodies relaxation.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 26 Mar. 2025
Outside, the terrace stretches toward the sea, offering multiple lounging and dining areas designed for relaxation and entertaining.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
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Alysse Dalessandro, Health, 29 Mar. 2025
For now, spring break is yet another reminder of the mismatch between American work culture and the needs of human life — for relaxation, for connection, for something to shake up what can sometimes be a draining daily routine.
—Anna North, Vox, 27 Mar. 2025
Brimming with blissfully bare beaches and rolling green hillsides that hide quaint cottages and understated villas, Bequia embodies relaxation.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 26 Mar. 2025
Outside, the terrace stretches toward the sea, offering multiple lounging and dining areas designed for relaxation and entertaining.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
Noun
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The launchable model is a detailed recreation of the Falcon 9 and retails for $149.99.—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Mendoza, in collaboration with Civil War director Alex Garland, was intentional about filming the movie as true to the real scenario as possible, transporting the audience into a recreation of the mission.—
Rebecca Aizin,
People.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Textile fiber choices at every layer of the bed can determine whether a sleeper experiences a comfortable or restless night’s rest.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Mar. 2025
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Every minute spent on low-impact tasks is a minute not spent on growth, innovation, or rest.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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To say more would spoil the fun, but what this film demonstrates clearly is the exceptional filmmaking talent of Coogler and his team, mostly who all worked on his other films.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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And to get the tournament unofficially started, the annual Par 3 Contest tradition brought some lighthearted family fun Wednesday.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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First class, however, is the rarefied domain of primarily wealthy leisure travelers and people splashing out with points for a luxury trip.—
Edward Russell,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
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In 2005, the sneaker was revived, and there have been plenty more reiterations since, but our editors still gravitate to the classic Dad shape from the mid-aughts that continues to provide incredible support for activity, whether that’s pounding the pavement for sport or leisure.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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Formerly an entertainment venue and public garden in the late 1800s, Zhang Yuan later became a residential area until the government took over in 2018.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The production house’s scripted entertainment credits include Varsity Blues, Coach Carter, One Tree Hill and Smallville.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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That collection of feelings is called anhedonia—basically a loss of enjoyment.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
6 Apr. 2025
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The show was short-lived, but there was true porcine enjoyment in watching this beloved Muppet get her own talk show.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The bulk of Everybody’s Live is clearly designed for the comedian’s amusement.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
7 Apr. 2025
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Joan's immediate reaction was one of understandable amusement.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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