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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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2
as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
meditating in a state of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of relaxation
For centuries, people have used cannabis for relaxation, introspection, and even spiritual practices.
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Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
The lifestyle brand will be available throughout New York State starting in March with a sativa-dominant strain focused on creativity and an indica-dominant strain focused on relaxation, both around $50 for 3.5 grams.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 28 Feb. 2025
Both brothers are vocal supporters of Trump, raising questions about whether the Trump administration may have influenced the relaxation of their travel restrictions.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 28 Feb. 2025
With a mix of outdoor adventure, art, history, dining, and relaxation, there’s an adventure for everyone.
—Curaçao Tourist Board, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
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Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
The lifestyle brand will be available throughout New York State starting in March with a sativa-dominant strain focused on creativity and an indica-dominant strain focused on relaxation, both around $50 for 3.5 grams.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 28 Feb. 2025
Both brothers are vocal supporters of Trump, raising questions about whether the Trump administration may have influenced the relaxation of their travel restrictions.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 28 Feb. 2025
With a mix of outdoor adventure, art, history, dining, and relaxation, there’s an adventure for everyone.
—Curaçao Tourist Board, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relaxation
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The Natural State's burgeoning outdoor recreation industry generated $7.3 billion in direct and indirect economic impact during 2023, per topline figures shared from a new report Monday.—
Worth Sparkman,
Axios,
24 Feb. 2025
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Yates’ second-degree murder conviction stemmed from killing inmate Nathan Marcus, 33, at a recreation yard, the CDCR has said.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
24 Feb. 2025
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This year’s release was delayed a week (along with rest of the awards season schedule) because of the devastating Southern California wildfires in January, Pilcher said.—
David Bloom,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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There can usually be a difference of up to 3.5 centimeters between emptying and rest.—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
20 Feb. 2025
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So sit back, enjoy the issue and, above all: Have fun.—
James Fallon,
WWD,
22 Feb. 2025
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The boys eventually pack up, move to Maine with their Aunt Ida (Sara Levy) and Uncle Chip (Perkins in dirtbag uncle mode and having fun with it), and throw the monkey down the aforementioned well.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
22 Feb. 2025
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Anchorage residents also had some of the least daily leisure time, ranking eighth-lowest among the 116 cities included in the study.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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This is especially significant given that the study found Black leisure travelers typically have lower median incomes than the average U.S. traveler.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
25 Feb. 2025
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Black, a former New York prosecutor, moves from East to West to become an entertainment lawyer.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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The new name pays tribute to Hamilton’s Red Hill Creek while embodying Abraham’s mission to amplify underrepresented voices in the entertainment industry.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2025
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The casting is, indeed, exemplary—a minute’s silence for Bob the Drag Queen’s incredible snapbacks—but something is snagging my enjoyment.—
Raven Smith,
Vogue,
12 Feb. 2025
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In his speech, Krishna also pointed to Shannon’s work building robotic mice that solved mazes as an example of his enjoyment of play within his research.—
Ayesha Javed,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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The stark contrast between her daytime and nighttime behavior has only added to the amusement of viewers, many of whom have left lighthearted comments.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Now proprietors are going after adults with concepts like Holey Moley and Punch Bowl Social, which combines eating and drinking with nostalgic amusements such as billiards, bowling, darts and arcade games.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relaxation. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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