as in couch
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters
the kids were stretched out on the lounge watching TV
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
the construction workers spent their break lounging in the shade behind the building
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
after putting in tons of overtime at the office, all we wanted to do on vacation was lounge around
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Recent Examples of lounge
Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 31 July 2025
Tickets for the run are set to go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time through Live Nation, with fans being able to access VIP packages that include access to special lounges, VIP items, and early entry to venues.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2025
Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
Other features include a main-level primary suite, two offices, a home theater, spacious kitchen, formal and informal living areas, a playroom, and a billiards lounge with full bar.
—Joe Marusak
july 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2025
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Noun
This happened in May, according to an Instagram post by the lounge.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 31 July 2025
Tickets for the run are set to go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time through Live Nation, with fans being able to access VIP packages that include access to special lounges, VIP items, and early entry to venues.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2025
Verb
Gabriel would find Grendel lounging on his bed, time and time again.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
Other features include a main-level primary suite, two offices, a home theater, spacious kitchen, formal and informal living areas, a playroom, and a billiards lounge with full bar.
—Joe Marusak
july 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounge
Noun
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Within a week of her return, the 10-year-old Jack Russell and Patterdale mix seemed stiff and didn't even want to jump on the couch.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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But petite shoppers deserve to look put-together and feel comfortable, too—during a long flight, while napping on the couch, running errands, or otherwise.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 July 2025
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Guests can witness the eclipse surrounded by mountains and immersed in pristine Icelandic nature, from the comfort of the lodge's private Spa House, relaxing in the sauna, hot and cold tubs, with lakeside views as the Moon's shadow passes overhead.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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In a video posted on July 17, with 897 likes, Quintana relaxes on the couch with her young son and their pet cat.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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There are numerous deals on weatherproof lounge chairs, sofas, and dining sets.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
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The abundant existing windows, a skylight, a rattan sofa from Susannah’s grandparents (updated with paint and a new cushion), and a garden stool bridge the indoors and out.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Now Chapman will head to Atlanta to represent Boston at Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game, while the rest of the club gets a couple of days to rest before picking back up Friday at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Paired with the gray-ish green color palette, sparse decor, and dark atmospherics in the Institute itself, the bleak vibes may be enough to turn some viewers off for good, especially those horror purists who tune in hoping to be terrified rather than just bummed out.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
13 July 2025
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In a lot of ways obviously, devastated and bummed out.—
Mike Fitzpatrick,
Baltimore Sun,
5 July 2025
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Having a selection of pool loungers included in your patio set up ensures a comfortable place where friends and family can bask in the sun, safely out of the splash zone.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
18 July 2025
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Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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After chilling the base, each version develops its distinct personality, with chocolate and cookies for one, and brown sugar and balsamic for the other.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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Asked if he’s ever told Brooks to chill, Smart brought up something former Georgetown coach John Thompson once told him.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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These increasingly crazed visitors spend their days lazing on the shore, drinking and eating, carousing with prostitutes, and abusing Rosa (played by B-movie actress Leonora Fani, who would also star in the equally notorious vacation film Giallo in Venice) for their own entertainment.—
Erik Morse,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
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The researchers observed that this particular population of orangutans also build slightly simpler nests for daytime naps, in contrast to other groups which frequently just laze on bare branches.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
25 June 2025
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“Lounge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounge. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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