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relax

[ri-laks] / rɪˈlæks /




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So relax — the government checked, and dinner is fine.

From MarketWatch Sep. 9, 2026

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy the fresh air and freedom that we all need in our busy lives.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2026

Once a recipe is chosen, clientele relax; zoning out in nearby chairs as glass tubes alight and the machine purrs from within.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

Widespread drought and record-breaking heatwaves have forced France to relax some of its famously strict rules on cheese production, with authorities announcing Wednesday special measures for abondance, beaufort and comte.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

“I can give you some melatonin to help you relax and fall asleep. You’ll be surprised how much a good night’s sleep can help you.”

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste

It’s kind of like when you are staring at something and you unfix your eyes, and your body relaxes.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

By monitoring how the defect's magnetic signal relaxes over time, researchers may be able to identify telltale signs of altermagnetism.

From Science Daily Jun. 23, 2026

Best part: The clippers work for cheap, and none of the promotional aspects need to be publicly disclosed, thanks to a federal-regulation loophole that relaxes transparency standards on ads that don’t sell tangible products.

From Slate May 6, 2026

As it bakes, it softens and relaxes, turning creamy at the edges while still holding its shape at the core.

From Salon Mar. 23, 2026

She relaxes even more, even though Luke’s eyes are really blue, and he wears one of those woven leather bracelets she always likes.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti

For years, Karl has been relaxed about the end date.

From BBC Sep. 19, 2026

I have been feeling pretty good, I just wasn't relaxed.

From BBC Sep. 12, 2026

Although relaxed rules have made it far more common for athletes to transfer between schools, those buying homes see them as long-term commitments, with many planning to rent out the houses after they leave school.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 10, 2026

Fellow co-chair David Chatillon said the relaxed alcohol content would concern just a small number of growers.

From Barron's Sep. 9, 2026

Then they played a jolly game of croquet, laughing without much reason, and they continued laughing as they relaxed on a carpet of moss.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig

My first sail on Lake Michigan was quieter and more relaxing than I expected, but my favorite detail was the tiny gas grill attached to the rail of the Catalina 27.

From Salon Sep. 8, 2026

Taking a look through the listing, it’s easy to see how the four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom property would have served as a relaxing retreat for an editor who had such an impact on the film industry.

From MarketWatch Aug. 21, 2026

They're calming, relaxing, and the vibrations can help put you into a meditative state.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

A post from Goop’s official account in February featured Gwyneth Paltrow sharing her personal nervous system reset, which included a relaxing bath, a superfood smoothie and a girls’ weekend in Ojai.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

I'm relaxing now, enjoying the freedom to talk about one of my favorite topics.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins




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