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as in recreation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
what do people in this jerkwater town do for relaxation?
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as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
meditating in a state of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of relaxation
The best gift for busy parents, casual athletes, and anyone who carries a little extra tension in their shoulders is the gift of relaxation.
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Cai Cramer, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Users are likely to drift into a state of physical and mental relaxation, becoming calm, tranquil, and aware.
—Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
During much of the week, there are park rangers who will take you on a 90-minute walking tour, explaining the flora and fauna and how it was designed for maximum relaxation (check the rangers’ availability in advance).
—Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 4 Dec. 2024
And speaking of relaxation, the hotel will boast an impressive 30,000-square-foot spa with a gym and an outdoor lounge terrace.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Cai Cramer, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Users are likely to drift into a state of physical and mental relaxation, becoming calm, tranquil, and aware.
—Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
During much of the week, there are park rangers who will take you on a 90-minute walking tour, explaining the flora and fauna and how it was designed for maximum relaxation (check the rangers’ availability in advance).
—Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 4 Dec. 2024
And speaking of relaxation, the hotel will boast an impressive 30,000-square-foot spa with a gym and an outdoor lounge terrace.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
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The recreation area covers some 8,800 acres, incorporating the reservoir itself and the surrounding landscape.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The period recreation is impeccable, and the many music performance sequences could not be more transporting, benefiting enormously from lead actors doing their own singing with estimable polish.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Remind employees of the importance of adequate rest, and encourage them to prioritize sleep as a critical part of their health.Stephen Sokoler, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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And while the phrase snail essence may conjure images of slime, rest assured: the ingredient is silky, rather than slimy.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
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Expect live music and dance performances, Puerto Rican and Latin-American food, a kids' fun zone, cultural exhibits and more.Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
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Intense and floral with tons of fun and unique flavors that would absolutely pop with the bitterness of vermouth or the sweetness of citrus, just waiting to be turned into a dry Martini.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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As JetBlue grows its network of leisure destinations, travelers can enjoy its Core product starting at $499 roundtrip, featuring extra legroom compared to other airlines, a tapas-style menu, and a refreshed inflight entertainment system.Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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With the growth of the leisure society, the Riviera became a huge commercial success.Baume & Mercier Contributor, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Johnston has worked for more than 20 years years in the entertainment industry.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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Created by Global Citizen and Kendrick Lamar’s entertainment company pgLang, the tour is part an effort to bring more economic opportunities to the continent’s younger generations through live music.Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
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Congressional statutes outlaw conspiracies to intimidate people in the enjoyment of their federal rights.The Editors, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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These delicious caps should induce euphoria and relaxation and are also sure to elicit tremendous enjoyment with their 100% Belgian Chocolate formulation and light blueberry flavoring.Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
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Their hope was to make guests feel an unadulterated sense of amusement while immersed in a warm and welcoming space.Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
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Any release of tension is amazing — try to embrace the Sagittarius energy by having some amusement.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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