relaxation
noun
, ri-ˌlak-, especially British ˌre-lək-\
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Synonyms for relaxation
Synonyms
dalliance, frolic, frolicking, fun, fun and games, play, recreation, rollicking, sport
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Seek relaxation and some distance from what could be an aggravating situation. — BostonGlobe.com, "Horoscope," 24 Aug. 2019 That typified the relaxation and confidence of a Cubs team that had blown three ninth-inning leads last week, including a four-run margin Thursday in Philadelphia. — Mark Gonzales, chicagotribune.com, "Cubs put on a show for the Little Leaguers in a 7-1 win over the Pirates to take their first road series in 3 months," 18 Aug. 2019 In addition to vacation, relaxation and long days, summer means heat. — Martin Weil, Washington Post, "Summer’s end swims into view, but the hot days aren’t gone yet," 17 Aug. 2019 Americans who grew wealthy from the Industrial Revolution took to the water for relaxation and sport, giving rise to the America’s Cup and other yachting contests. — Susan Dunne, courant.com, "’Sailing on the Sound’ at Wadsworth Atheneum recalls early days of yachting," 7 Aug. 2019 Things to try include regular exercise, relaxation and stress reduction techniques such as breathing exercises, yoga, meditation, massage, self-hypnosis, and regular, good sleep. — Sara Twogood, Quartz, "The science behind why you crave carbs when you’re on your period," 7 Aug. 2019 Under the guidance of an instructor and to the frequencies of certain musical instruments, such as quartz crystal singing bowls keyed harmonically to the body, sound bathers enter a meditative state of deep relaxation and resonant awareness. — Jennifer Emerling, National Geographic, "Seeking silence on a California road trip," 6 Aug. 2019 If most Surf Lodge performances render the crowd animated and rowdy, Legend’s did just the opposite, infusing the ambiance with relaxation and ease with his honeyed voice. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, "John Legend Serenaded the Crowd at Surf Lodge During a Celebration for His New Rosé," 18 July 2019 Continue that relaxation with breakfast in bed and then work it off at one of its three pools (two outside one inside). — Erin Behan, USA TODAY, "Escape to Palm Springs with a vacation designed just for you," 26 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'relaxation.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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