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  • present participle of relax.

relaxing



ADJECTIVE
diverting
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Some summer advice: Going for a dip is a relaxing way to beat the heat, but occasionally, something goes wrong.

From Slate Jul. 22, 2026

Imagine that you’re relaxing at a casual family gathering.

From Salon Jul. 3, 2026

Venice is that bright, sweet spot in the middle, where you have the more relaxing presence of the water and the beach, but still connected to Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

"Any such decision should only be taken where there are no alternative options and should be communicated clearly and in good time," he says, adding employers should be flexible and consider relaxing rules where possible.

From BBC Jun. 22, 2026

Then, just like they always do, Ma and Pa came and sat in their rockers on the stoop, getting ready to do some relaxing.

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis




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