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relax

Pronunciation: [rɪˈlæks]

Word

Learn how to use relax in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “well-being”

(verb) to make your body and mind feel calm and free from stress. It’s like when you take a deep breath and let go of all your worries.

Example

After a long day at school, I like to relax by reading a book.

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I couldn't relax at all because the noise was too loud.

Example

What do you do to relax after finishing your homework?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to let something become less tight or stiff. Imagine when you stretch your muscles after playing soccer; you need to relax them so they don't hurt.

Example

After stretching, my muscles started to relax and felt much better.

Example

If you don’t relax your grip on the ball, it might fall out of your hand.

Example

Can you feel your muscles relax when you take a break?

Context: “rules”

(verb) to make rules or restrictions less strict. Like when your teacher changes a rule to make things more fun and easy for everyone.

Example

The school decided to relax the dress code for the special day.

Example

They didn't relax the guidelines, so everyone had to follow the old rules.

Example

Will they relax the homework policy for the summer?

How to pronounce relax

Pronunciation: [rɪˈlæks]

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