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massage

[muh-sahzh, -sahj, mas-ahzh] / məˈsɑʒ, -ˈsɑdʒ, ˈmæs ɑʒ /




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It’s not currently clear what mechanisms actually trigger the recovery benefits of massage.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026

“The primary suite is a private retreat featuring a fireplace, secluded deck, dual spa-inspired baths, individual walk-in closets, a Sitting Room, and dedicated massage and salon rooms,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026

The technique is a form of lymphatic drainage massage, adapted from a medical treatment and shared as a beauty trend.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

And even the go-for-broke performance of Mr. Ribisi, with its barely contained insanity, requires something to massage our sympathies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026

He sat there quietly, as Donatelli whispered in his ear and Dr. Corey and Bud knelt to massage his arms and legs.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte

Sources told NBC News that Combs paid inmates to clean and cook special meals for him, including curry chicken, pizza and empanadas, and that the hip-hop and R&B music producer also receives Chinese-style massages.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

My results showed various deficiencies, which the staff recommended treating with vitamin B and glutathione IV drips, acupuncture, cupping massages, osteopathy and daily hydro and mud therapy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Whether there is a physical change - or any need for one - is debatable, but fans of the massages claim they help "flatten" and "debloat" and give a "snatched waist" and "sculpted abs".

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

The apothecary hosts meditations, sound baths, tarot card readings and massages there to help bring the mind and body into balance.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026

He passes dogs wrapped in towels getting facials and massages.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein

It features whole leaves of romaine lettuce massaged by hand with a dressing of fresh garlic, lime, Worcestershire, soft-poached eggs and Cantabrian anchovies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

The filler is then massaged to give an even look, which the patient continues as home.

From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026

Petty crimes dropped, as did homicides, according to official data, though some disputed the data as possibly massaged to benefit authorities.

From Barron's ● May 10, 2026

By the end, DuVernay has, with editor Spencer Averick’s fleet stitching, massaged her adaptation’s various threads into a collage of insight and emotion worth treasuring.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2023

Grandpop released his grip and Genie, happy to finally have his hand back, massaged his fingers.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

As self-driving cars become more feasible, companies are exploring enhanced in-car experiences such as lie-flat massaging seats, mobile theaters and features that teach you about your surroundings.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 26, 2025

Standing around a kitchen island with a small group of other food writers, I pull on a pair of plastic gloves and begin massaging a bright red paste into wedges of cabbage.

From BBC ● Dec. 13, 2025

It took some massaging of the situation to get Sienna back on board with becoming a Bruin.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2025

When you’re wringing billions of dollars in profits out of the sickly, you’ve got to put some money into massaging public opinion.

From Slate ● Mar. 3, 2025

Reg shuffled in his chair, his right hand massaging his thigh just above the spot where the gauze ended.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro


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