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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
Cannabis can serve as an effective substitute for alcohol during the month, providing relaxation and social lubrication without the negative impacts associated with drinking.
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Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
However, for individuals who derive their sense of self-worth solely from productivity, relaxation is anything but easy.
—Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
Blackberry Mountain Walland, Tennessee Seclusion and relaxation are paramount at Blackberry Mountain, a luxurious resort known for its privacy and dedication to mountain charm.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Incorporate downtime into the itinerary for naps, relaxation by the pool, or even quiet reading time.
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—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
However, for individuals who derive their sense of self-worth solely from productivity, relaxation is anything but easy.
—Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
Blackberry Mountain Walland, Tennessee Seclusion and relaxation are paramount at Blackberry Mountain, a luxurious resort known for its privacy and dedication to mountain charm.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Incorporate downtime into the itinerary for naps, relaxation by the pool, or even quiet reading time.
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—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
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Gilbert, a fast-growing town in Maricopa County, recently voted to raise taxes for various needs that have arisen with its expansion, including parks and recreation money that would fund pickleball courts.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Residents can sign up for alerts through the company. Southlake Library & Nature Center The library, nature center and all recreation centers and programs are closed Jan. 9 due to inclement weather.Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2025
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Perhaps that sounds didactic; rest assured that her novels foreground richly specific narratives about individual characters.Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 14 Jan. 2025
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The future remains uncertain, but rest assured, a year from now, nothing will feel the same.Agustino Fontevecchia, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Promoter Harold Conrad, who was present, said Clay kept making fun of Liston’s bad luck.Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 17 Jan. 2025
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These dinner parties are far from a snooze, with themes, food, and fun.Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2025
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Chase Travel, JPMorgan Chase’s premier leisure travel brand recently unveiled its inaugural list of the 25 Trips to Take in 2025, offering discerning travelers an exciting roadmap of the must-visit destinations for the upcoming year.Caroline Tell, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Consumer discretionary stocks were weaker too, led lower by the auto stocks and travel and leisure names.Jeff Marks, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025
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Daniels said King’s legacy will be honored with a variety of activities and entertainment at the 40th anniversary celebration on Monday, including a battle of the bands.Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Jan. 2025
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With region radio personality Ron Harlow’s March improv show of local talents to plays, children’s shows and annual holiday events, Beatniks has earned and established a gritty history of cutting-edge stage entertainment.Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
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Part of the internet’s enjoyment about it may be down to changing viewing habits and the evolution of community.Callum Booth, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Food affordability and accessibility was shown in the data to be a huge barrier to enjoyment and satisfaction, Dugan said.Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 14 Jan. 2025
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And to Cumming’s amusement, the cast seems genuinely scared of him at times, treating him as an almost omniscient voice of God on the show.Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025
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Internet viewers were quick to share their amusement and admiration for Milo's antics.Lydia Patrick, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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