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to relax
01
to feel less worried or stressed
Intransitive
Example
After a long day at work, I like to relax with a good book.
He likes to relax in the garden during the evenings.
02
to loosen or reduce curl or wave pattern in the hair for a straighter or smoother look, often using heat styling tools or techniques
Transitive: to relax hair
Example
She relaxed her hair with a straightener to achieve a sleek look.
The stylist used a special cream to relax her curls, making them more manageable.
03
to make a limb or muscle become less tense or stiff
Transitive: to relax a muscle or limb
Example
After a long day of work, she used a warm compress to relax her tense shoulders.
The yoga routine helped relax his muscles and improve his flexibility.
04
to loosen or reduce the tightness or firmness of something
Transitive: to relax a grip or knot
Example
He relaxed the straps on his backpack to make it more comfortable.
She relaxed the knot in the ribbon, giving the package a more casual look.
05
to reduce or eliminate the tension or pressure from something
Transitive: to relax one's mind
Example
She took a few deep breaths to relax her mind and relieve stress before the meeting.
The soft music in the background helped relax the atmosphere in the room.
06
to reduce the intensity or speed of an activity or process
Transitive: to relax an activity or process
Example
The coach told the runners to relax their pace after the intense sprint.
He decided to relax his schedule to reduce stress and have more free time.
07
(of a rule, restriction, or policy) to become less strict or more flexible over time
Intransitive
Example
As the situation improved, the curfew began to relax in many areas.
The school 's policy started to relax as students showed better behavior.
08
to ease or reduce the severity of a rule, restriction, or policy
Transitive: to relax a regulation or policy
Example
The government decided to relax travel restrictions for international tourists.
After reviewing the situation, the company relaxed its dress code policy.
09
to become less rigid, serious, or formal
Intransitive
Example
After a few drinks, he began to relax and join in the conversation.
She usually keeps a professional tone at work but relaxes with her friends on weekends.
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