decompress
verb
de·com·press
ˌdē-kəm-ˈpres 
decompressed; decompressing; decompresses
1
: to release from pressure or compression
2
: to convert (something, such as a compressed file or signal) to an expanded or original size
: to undergo release from pressure
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Examples of decompress in a Sentence
Once pressure was released, the vertebrae decompressed.
The file must be decompressed before it can be read.
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While filming a heavy project, some view the ride home from work as a way to decompress.
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Emily Longeretta, Variety, 19 Aug. 2024
Two saunas and a meditation garden also help with decompressing after working and vigorous physical activity.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2024
Located away from the city center, decompressing is easy here, as simple sophistication reigns throughout the property, from the guest rooms to the outdoor lounging areas.
—Essence, 13 Aug. 2024
After lunch, there’s time to decompress: Nap, dip in the icy plunge pool, read, and have a gin and tonic or two.
—Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2024
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Emily Longeretta, Variety, 19 Aug. 2024
Two saunas and a meditation garden also help with decompressing after working and vigorous physical activity.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2024
Located away from the city center, decompressing is easy here, as simple sophistication reigns throughout the property, from the guest rooms to the outdoor lounging areas.
—Essence, 13 Aug. 2024
After lunch, there’s time to decompress: Nap, dip in the icy plunge pool, read, and have a gin and tonic or two.
—Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for decompress
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decompress
verb
de·com·press
ˌdē-kəm-ˈpres
1
: to release from pressure or compression
2
: to convert (as a computer file) from compressed form to an expanded or original size
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decompress
transitive verb
de·com·press
ˌdē-kəm-ˈpres
: to release from pressure or compression
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