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as in relaxing
to refrain from labor or exertion
the construction workers spent their break lounging in the shade behind the building
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as in lazing
to spend time doing nothing
after putting in tons of overtime at the office, all we wanted to do on vacation was lounge around
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Recent Examples of lounging
Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
The artists will also have indoor and outdoor lounging areas for them, their family, friends and guests.
—Joseph Hernandez
march 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
Made from entirely high-quality foam, this may be more decorative than a comfortable couch for lounging, but most certainly gives your guests a stylish place to sit for cocktail hour.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Travelers want sleepwear that looks and feels put-together for both sleeping and lounging, which is where the Ekouaer Long-sleeve Ribbed Pajama Set comes in at 45 percent off.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Its sturdy, chew-resistant frame is ideal for outdoor lounging or dogs that run warm year-round.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Multilevel terraces and decks offer seamless outdoor dining and lounging, with stairs leading down to a private pool and spa.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Feb. 2026
This pick has a slouchier fit that works well for layering and lounging.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
The company's Hangout Suite comprises inflatable gear meant to promote R&R-style lounging and social gatherings on and off the water.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 1 Apr. 2026
Kid Cudi is lounging in a colorful attic much like the one in his childhood home in Cleveland.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
Some vacationers relish lounging by the pool with a good book, taking a walk on the beach, or savoring spa time.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Margot has raked in the coin in her successful career, and a simple clean offing of one on whom no love is lost can ensure Tony will enjoy years of lounging with lots of savory bourbon by his side.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Harbor seals are still lounging around the bay through the end of April.
—Susan McDonald, The Providence Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
The Craftsman bungalow style features handcraftsmanship and natural materials and colors; the houses have wide porches framed by columns that invite lounging.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The Sundays Movie Night is among one of the very best for long hours of lounging.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2026
The experience also includes a chef, bartender, paddleboards, snorkel gear, and floating mats for lounging between swims.
—Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Noun
That 37% figure is encouraging for active families who want to build trips around hiking, cycling, or paddling rather than poolside lounging.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
The artists will also have indoor and outdoor lounging areas for them, their family, friends and guests.
—Joseph Hernandez
march 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
Made from entirely high-quality foam, this may be more decorative than a comfortable couch for lounging, but most certainly gives your guests a stylish place to sit for cocktail hour.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Travelers want sleepwear that looks and feels put-together for both sleeping and lounging, which is where the Ekouaer Long-sleeve Ribbed Pajama Set comes in at 45 percent off.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Its sturdy, chew-resistant frame is ideal for outdoor lounging or dogs that run warm year-round.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Multilevel terraces and decks offer seamless outdoor dining and lounging, with stairs leading down to a private pool and spa.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Feb. 2026
This pick has a slouchier fit that works well for layering and lounging.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
The company's Hangout Suite comprises inflatable gear meant to promote R&R-style lounging and social gatherings on and off the water.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
Jules seems to be living the high life, lounging in a penthouse in front of an easel as someone’s muse or, perhaps, sugar baby.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 1 Apr. 2026
Kid Cudi is lounging in a colorful attic much like the one in his childhood home in Cleveland.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
Some vacationers relish lounging by the pool with a good book, taking a walk on the beach, or savoring spa time.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Margot has raked in the coin in her successful career, and a simple clean offing of one on whom no love is lost can ensure Tony will enjoy years of lounging with lots of savory bourbon by his side.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Harbor seals are still lounging around the bay through the end of April.
—Susan McDonald, The Providence Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
The Craftsman bungalow style features handcraftsmanship and natural materials and colors; the houses have wide porches framed by columns that invite lounging.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
The Sundays Movie Night is among one of the very best for long hours of lounging.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2026
The experience also includes a chef, bartender, paddleboards, snorkel gear, and floating mats for lounging between swims.
—Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounging
Verb
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Gear up for relaxing summer nights with this outdoor patio sofa.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Time to calm down with my favorite relaxing video.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Its clear, shallow waters were pleasant to wade into after lazing under one of the scrubby trees on the sand.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
15 Nov. 2025
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And poor, engine‑damaging quality or not, the ersatz aviation fuel had to work only once to get a kamikaze plane up and away to hit one of the enemy warships now lazing about in the offing around the Home Islands, often close enough to be spotted from shore with the naked eye.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Another great way to work a Texas rig on days where the bass may be more lethargic is a slow drag.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
2 Apr. 2026
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Woods wasn’t injured when his SUV flipped, though authorities said Woods’ eyes were bloodshot and described his movements as lethargic during questioning.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The pup, named Eba, appeared immune to being rushed and trotted behind at the farthest extent of her leash, tongue lolling, black eyes squinting in the afternoon sun.—
Kelso Harper,
Scientific American,
16 Dec. 2025
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After a few days of snorkeling and beach-lolling, the view from our helicopter transfer to the Miavana resort on the island of Nosy Ankao just off Madagascar’s northeast, painted an alarmingly different picture.—
Chris Schalkx,
Vogue,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Researchers at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology confirmed that octopuses are genuinely asleep during this active phase rather than simply resting, and that the state closely resembles REM sleep in vertebrates, including humans, per The Guardian.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Okinawa researchers confirmed the animals are genuinely asleep during this phase, not simply resting and that the state closely resembles vertebrate REM sleep, per The Guardian.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The pair had been loafing for some time among a grove of apple trees on a private residence in Payson.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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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
Adjective
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So the coming months are a period for cocktails in bigger glasses, vessels that welcome more liquid for more leisurely sipping.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
20 Mar. 2026
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Otherwise, consider the more posh neighborhoods of Chelsea and Kensington—ideal for leisurely days spent browsing boutiques and art galleries or strolling over to Notting Hill for coffee and craft bakeries.—
Katharine Sohn,
Architectural Digest,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Both thrive in slightly acidic soil, love basking in full sun, and appreciate regular watering.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2026
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But unlike the easily predictable radiation exposures from flying through the Van Allen Belts or basking in the background flux of galactic cosmic rays, the dose an astronaut gets from solar activity can vary enormously.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Lounging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounging. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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