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as in to unwind
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
Additionally, the park will have multiple sensory gardens for guests who want to break away to reset or relax.
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Zach Wichter, USA Today, 28 May 2026
The Twist Ending Of ‘The Boroughs,’ Explained The Boroughs season one finale ends in a surprisingly peaceful scene, the group relaxing and spending an evening together.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Too often high-end places with this sort of menu can feel stuffy, but the ROMEO has a quality offering that comes with an air of relaxed confidence, with is both instantly appealing and relaxing in equal measure.
—Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 27 May 2026
Just relax and just do the scene and just listen to the director.
—Louis Staples, Glamour, 27 May 2026
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Zach Wichter, USA Today, 28 May 2026
The Twist Ending Of ‘The Boroughs,’ Explained The Boroughs season one finale ends in a surprisingly peaceful scene, the group relaxing and spending an evening together.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Too often high-end places with this sort of menu can feel stuffy, but the ROMEO has a quality offering that comes with an air of relaxed confidence, with is both instantly appealing and relaxing in equal measure.
—Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 27 May 2026
Just relax and just do the scene and just listen to the director.
—Louis Staples, Glamour, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relax
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In April, government officials demanded that Meta unwind its $2 billion acquisition of Manus, an AI company born in China but headquartered in Singapore.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
27 May 2026
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As for the common spaces, guests can dive into the property's stunning infinity pool that disappears into the horizon, unwind in the spa, and dine at Meraki Restaurant, which highlights Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
27 May 2026
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Doing so every other day helps loosen any buildup of dead skin around the nail folds, which can sometimes lead to discomfort along the sides of the nails if left to accumulate.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
27 May 2026
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The formula relies on a trio of exfoliating acids—beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid), polyhydroxy acid (gluconolactone), and lipohydroxy acid (a gentler salicylic acid derivative)—to gently loosen dead skin, decongest pores, and smooth the scalp.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
27 May 2026
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For now, Harris is mostly basking in the warm glow of supporters at events and fielding petitions from candidates seeking her support and circling up with the small team of advisers she’s kept with her as a civilian.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
21 May 2026
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Days are spent basking on the hotel's private plage, going for a swim when the mood suits.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
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In another Amsterdam photo, a pair of identical world globes, recalling Ghirri’s passion for cartography and atlases, rest on matching supports to conjure that oldest of surrealist tropes, a pair of staring eyes.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Eventually, your eyes come to rest on the hotel’s facade—an impressive grid of local stone and wooden louvers that is Urquiola’s ode to the oeuvre of Rationalist architect Giuseppe Terragni.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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With the Liverpool block decompressed, Rodri turns, opening a passing option to Bernardo, which triggers a forward sequence from City into the space that’s been created.—
Jon Mackenzie,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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The better reason to stay here is to spend three days decompressing.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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At its heart is a housemade falafel patty — vibrantly green and packed with fresh herbs including mint, cilantro and parsley — hand-formed, chilled to set, then deep-fried to a satisfying crisp.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Norm Green kidnaps our former hockey team to Texas, a place where ice is exclusively used to chill Lone Stars.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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And The Log House is perfectly situated for a family or a group of friends who want to escape the city for a bit, explore the area, and chill out in the woods.—
Damian Fallon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
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Common skin changes in the cooler months Sure, the heat has chilled out, literally and figuratively, but cold, dry weather can be just as stressful for your skin.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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Their rare testimonies, backed by aid and conflict data, depict permissive rules of engagement, rising Palestinian deaths — including children — and commanders signaling Israel is entrenching, not winding down, its Gaza campaign.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The center has been winding down its programming and has already dismissed most of its programming staff.—
Anastasia Tsioulcas,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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“Relax.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relax. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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