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relaxation

[ree-lak-sey-shuhn] / ˌri lækˈseɪ ʃən /


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“Performing well is still very much there, but there is a level of relaxation that makes it easier.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Rather, positive travel experiences may help the body and mind function better by combining novelty, relaxation, physical activity, and social connection.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

A 1940s folk painting by Clementine Hunter radiates relaxation, its central man unwinding with a drink, his feet kicked up on a stump.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Other highlights of the grounds include a 80-foot lap pool, designed for those “who truly appreciate swimming as a daily ritual,” as well as plenty of space for outdoor dining and relaxation areas.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

It was a pleasant evening and my first night of relaxation in a long while.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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