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relaxation

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


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The sessions, set in futuristic settings, promise stress reduction and relaxation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

"This isn't about just stress relief or relaxation; this is about fundamentally changing how the brain engages with reality and quantifying these changes biologically."

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

He added that there had also been a steady rise in the number of journeys each year since the relaxation of Covid restrictions.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

For example, subtle scents that cue feelings of relaxation or trust, atomized into an establishment, might cue visitors to stay longer and shop or purchase more, or associate the brand with a sense of well-being.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

She was capable of complete relaxation between the times for action.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck