as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
he watches classic movie comedies as a way to de-stress
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Recent Examples of de-stress
This includes beauty and barber shops, gym and fitness studios, health and beauty spas and massage parlors — perfect for de-stressing after the holidays.
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Ryley Amond, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
Between holiday gift shopping, party planning, and traveling, everyone could use a little de-stressing this time of the year.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
The dogs visit children in schools and libraries, college students on de-stress days and people living in memory care, retirement, assisted living and health care facilities.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Coloring books are a great way to de-stress for children and adults alike.
—Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
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Ryley Amond, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
Between holiday gift shopping, party planning, and traveling, everyone could use a little de-stressing this time of the year.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
The dogs visit children in schools and libraries, college students on de-stress days and people living in memory care, retirement, assisted living and health care facilities.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Coloring books are a great way to de-stress for children and adults alike.
—Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for de-stress
relax
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Meditation exercises can set the stage for a good night’s sleep, and an inexpensive noise machine can help with relaxing sounds.—
Sharon Basaraba,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2026
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Following the ride, we were treated to a charcuterie spread, champagne and a campfire to unwind and relax after our outing on the trails.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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“De-stress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de-stress. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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