Examples of relaxation in a Sentence
I like to play the guitar for relaxation.
What I need is some rest and relaxation.
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A day at the beach can provide a beautiful setting for rest and relaxation.
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Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2026
Mindful downtime, including meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, or reading instead of screen time, promotes better sleep and mental quiet.
—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Full-back massage seat cushion with deep-kneading massage nodes, adjustable heat, vibration and customizable intensity turns any chair into a relaxation destination.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
The spa The Well & Being Spa puts equal emphasis on relaxation and recovery.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 July 2026
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“Relaxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relaxation. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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relaxation
noun
re·lax·a·tion
ˌrē-ˌlak-ˈsā-shən, ri-ˌlak-, especially British ˌrel-ək-
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: the reduction of contractile force in a muscle or muscle fiber
especially
: the lengthening that typically characterizes inactive muscles or muscle fibers
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