as in loafing
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as in lolling
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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
Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
Bows and ostrich feather cuffs on your heavenly soft pajamas makes precious downtime of lazy mornings and late-night lounging delightfully decadent.
—Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
Alongside the communal dining and lounging space, there’s also a Great Plains Safari Boutique.
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
Nissan stresses that its bench is specially crafted to provide firm seating support during the ride and supple, sofa-like cushion when lounging and sleeping.
—New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024
Shoppers called the pillow incredibly soft and irresistibly touchable, with the perfect amount of support for lounging on the sofa or in bed.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
The Humane Society said just one hour after leaving Trooper with them, the couple sent a sweet photo of the dog lounging on their couch.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Other snaps included Bush Hager with extended family, a closeup of Hal looking directly into the camera, and Poppy lounging in front of a fireplace in her pajamas.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
This reading futon is a great solution for hosting guests and lounging around during the day.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
Verb
The Gym People leggings feature thick, stretchy fabric that’s great for workouts, lounging, or running errands.
—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
Bows and ostrich feather cuffs on your heavenly soft pajamas makes precious downtime of lazy mornings and late-night lounging delightfully decadent.
—Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
Alongside the communal dining and lounging space, there’s also a Great Plains Safari Boutique.
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
Nissan stresses that its bench is specially crafted to provide firm seating support during the ride and supple, sofa-like cushion when lounging and sleeping.
—New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024
Shoppers called the pillow incredibly soft and irresistibly touchable, with the perfect amount of support for lounging on the sofa or in bed.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
The Humane Society said just one hour after leaving Trooper with them, the couple sent a sweet photo of the dog lounging on their couch.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
Other snaps included Bush Hager with extended family, a closeup of Hal looking directly into the camera, and Poppy lounging in front of a fireplace in her pajamas.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
This reading futon is a great solution for hosting guests and lounging around during the day.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounging
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That might come as a surprise to some travelers, especially when the thought of relaxing can feel laughable after reckoning with airport’s infamous curbside gridlock.Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Consider doing light stretches or other relaxing exercises a few hours before bed.Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Pets with salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2024
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Earlier this month, a post on a Bay View neighborhood Facebook group showed a lethargic raccoon near Delaware Avenue.Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2024
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However, the 13 photos inside the album were actually of a group of people with a piece of uncooked meat, quite literally, resting on their shoulders.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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During the TikTok clip shared to @kobethelittleshiht, an account dedicated to Kobe the shih tzu, he can be seen resting his eyes.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The film eschews traditional dramatic structures, unfolding episodically at a leisurely pace while Karoline struggles to keep her life from completely derailing.Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
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Wild at Tart, is the place for a leisurely lunch with a variety of sharing plates focussed on a sustainable and seasonal approach.Michele Robson, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Unfortunately, their relatives aren’t basking in the glow of the newlyweds.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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While celebrating and basking in the festivities, your love horoscope invites you to pause and reconsider your approach to romantic relationships.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Dexter’s body was motionless, inert, pre-Rigor mortis.Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024
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Originally supposed to fly Sierra Space Dream Chaser test flight, but payload switched to an inert mass simulator because of potential Dream Chaser delays beyond October launch date.Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Both Steph Curry and Draymond Green are expected to play against the Timberwolves on Friday at the Chase Center after each were inactive in Thursday night’s upset over the Rockets.Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Philadelphia wide receiver DeVonta Smith was inactive and missed his second straight game with a hamstring injury.Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
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An idling car uses only one gallon of gas per hour.John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Dec. 2024
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Thick swarms of black flies hummed and knocked against the windows of an idling car, while crows and vultures waited nearby — eyeballing the taut and bloated carcasses roasting in the October heat.Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
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“Lounging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounging. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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