recline
Example Sentences
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The Calligraphy is a bower of abundance, where visitors can recline in plushly padded, heated and ventilated captain’s chairs, dressed in high-grade Nappa leather: the Relaxation Mode seating package.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
In other cases, the industrious gizmos recline in circulating baths of fluid, which ferries away the heat they generate, enabling them to function at very high speeds, known as "overclocking".
From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025
You ignore it picking up while you make your nest: secure the corners of your blanket, adjust your umbrella and finally, comfortably recline.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2025
The most balloon-like, airy element of this room is the plush bean bags, on which guests are encouraged to recline and relax.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2024
Before I lodge the chair against the door, I pull the lever at the side to set it at full recline.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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