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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
Tuesday, December 10 The Scene Art Week Afterglow: Wellness Sanctuary at The Standard Spa, Miami Beach
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After a whirlwind week of art fairs and dance floor debauchery, The Standard Spa offered the perfect sanctuary for relaxation and recovery.
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Jaime Sloane, SPIN, 16 Dec. 2024
For ultimate relaxation, try the Grounding Ritual or Comforting Ritual.
—Mindy Sink, The Denver Post, 12 Dec. 2024
For those seeking relaxation, Porto Santo features a selection of high-quality hotels with Spa and Wellness facilities.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Except as a form of hypnotic relaxation, even watching seems beside the point.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Jaime Sloane, SPIN, 16 Dec. 2024
For ultimate relaxation, try the Grounding Ritual or Comforting Ritual.
—Mindy Sink, The Denver Post, 12 Dec. 2024
For those seeking relaxation, Porto Santo features a selection of high-quality hotels with Spa and Wellness facilities.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Except as a form of hypnotic relaxation, even watching seems beside the point.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
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As for the county with the most recreation centers, Park County in Montana led here by a mile with 4.01 per 1000 people, far above the average of 0.45.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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If that happens, the Forest Service’s avalanche centers will have to abandon more recreation areas like Seeley Lake.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
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Then, the only treatment is comfort care with plenty of rest and fluids while the infection runs its course.CNN.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 26 Dec. 2024
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During menopause, hot flashes and hormonal fluctuations can disrupt the hours of rest, causing women to need to restore energy with more time in bed.Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
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Some familiar faces joined in for the holiday fun during the annual tour, too.Jeff Nelson, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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The resort’s aquatic center features pools, water slides, and a lazy river for endless fun.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Over 80% of respondents to a survey by the Global Business Travel Association answered that their teams were now equally or more interested in adding leisure time to their business trips.Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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The district – which includes the Le Renzo residential complex, public parks, a marina, and commercial spaces – prioritizes public access, with half of the area dedicated to parks and leisure spaces.New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024
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However, online shopping, healthcare, education and entertainment will increasingly benefit from this type of personalization.Ashish Sukhadeve, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Photo : Petr Wiese/Mountain Home Photo A pool table is alongside an entertainment center.Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 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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While this event has become a source of amusement over time, the circumstances leading to the war and the reasons for its failure highlight the remarkable biology and resilience of these birds and offer insight into human-wildlife conflict.Scott Travers, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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A great deal of amusement is on the carpet for those who pass the Christmas in a particular way; and the usual opportunity is given those who pass it as a holy, instead of a holiday.Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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