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as in to chill
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
she took deep breaths to relax before going on stage
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as in to bask
to refrain from labor or exertion
I just want to kick back and relax after mowing that huge lawn
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Recent Examples of relax
Pull out your credit card to shop our favorite finds like a stylish outdoor chair and outdoor chaise lounge to relax poolside this summer.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
Some dogs simply do it as a form of play or to relax.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
As employers relax their requirements for workers with four-year degrees and opt for highly skilled candidates instead, one key factor has been strongly instrumental to the success of this strategic move: online courses and professional certificates.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For three days, the House of Robb offered a seaside meeting spot for artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts to take time and relax between exploring the latest and greatest in contemporary and modern art.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
Some dogs simply do it as a form of play or to relax.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
As employers relax their requirements for workers with four-year degrees and opt for highly skilled candidates instead, one key factor has been strongly instrumental to the success of this strategic move: online courses and professional certificates.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For three days, the House of Robb offered a seaside meeting spot for artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts to take time and relax between exploring the latest and greatest in contemporary and modern art.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
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Best when served slightly chilled, this white has lemon and lime on the palate, tampered by grapefruit.Emily Cappiello, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Gail Killefer ruled that Abadi’s lawsuit will move forward, finding that Elfman can’t take advantage of a California statute allowing for the early dismissal of cases intended to chill free speech.Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
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If local environmental regulations are loosened here in order to help quickly rebuild, does that concern you at all?CBS News, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2025
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This chili is on the stewy, thicker side of things, so feel free to add more chicken stock to loosen to your preferred consistency.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Fans from every corner of the globe descended upon the city, not only to witness her live but to bask in the culture surrounding it.Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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Cozy wooden tables and booths adorned with petite bouquets bask in the light of huge windows, and a cabinet displaying sculptures and paintings of bluebirds — gifts from customers, owner Jane Zieha said — looms large.Alison Booth, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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However, in recent years historically unusual factors have pushed up mortgage costs fractionally and those could unwind.Simon Moore, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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The decision also unwinds a lower court ruling from U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon, who on Tuesday issued an order barring Garland from releasing both volumes of his report.Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2025
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The delay also gives the two sides time to put the lawsuit to rest, which would otherwise hamper any negotiations.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Athletes or those in particularly good shape often have resting pulses below that 60 threshold.Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 16 Jan. 2025
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The spa also offers a diverse range of treatments for guests to decompress including massages, facials, and even well-being rituals for those undergoing cancer treatment.Karla Pope, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2025
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Relax: After years of hard work, give yourself permission to decompress.Lien De Pau, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Relax.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relax. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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