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relaxation

[ree-lak-sey-shuhn] / ˌri lækˈseɪ ʃən /


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Beijing last month announced a new relaxation of the hukou system of residence registration.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

This relaxation of geopolitical tension is adding to the tailwinds of a robust first-quarter results season, AI-related enthusiasm and the Fed’s easing bias.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

“Performing well is still very much there, but there is a level of relaxation that makes it easier.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The relaxation which McIlroy has developed since finally becoming the sixth man to complete the career Grand Slam of winning all four majors has allowed him to play with freedom around Augusta National.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The Goober laughed, too, grateful for the small relaxation of tension.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier




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