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massage

[muh-sahzh, -sahj, mas-ahzh] / məˈsɑʒ, -ˈsɑdʒ, ˈmæs ɑʒ /
NOUN
kneading of body parts
Synonyms
STRONG
beating manipulation rubbing stroking
WEAK
back rub chirapsia rolfing rubbing-down
VERB
knead body parts
Synonyms
STRONGEST
caress pat rub
STRONG
manipulate press push rolf stimulate stroke
WEAK
rub down

Example Sentences

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Xie said the massage is based on traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on stimulating acupressure points around the eyes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

WSJ | Buy Side: This eye mask uses compression, vibration and heat to gently massage away tension and stress.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

There is also a home theater, a wet bar, a game room, a gym, a massage room, and a beautifully decorated office with a fireplace.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Was it better than the reset I get after a massage in the San Gabriel Valley or a hike in the Angeles National Forest?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Maybe they hadn’t liked the deep- tissue massage?

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan