as in couch
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters
the kids were stretched out on the lounge watching TV
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
the construction workers spent their break lounging in the shade behind the building
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
after putting in tons of overtime at the office, all we wanted to do on vacation was lounge around
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Recent Examples of lounge
Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Although the center is currently being housed at a hotel, most of the rooms are located within the same area of the hotel and surround the two main suites used for the mother's lounge and the baby nursery.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2025
Imagine lounging on this cocktail ottoman poolside, frozen rum drink in hand, sunnies on, sweaty forehead, and cracking a 400-page beach read.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
In the middle of the camping hub (that consisted of a general store and several lounge spaces), there were even some listeners, hair wet from the communal showers and toiletries in hand, who stopped by to hear Lake’s blend of heavy bass and pop music.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Although the center is currently being housed at a hotel, most of the rooms are located within the same area of the hotel and surround the two main suites used for the mother's lounge and the baby nursery.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
Thandiwe Newton’s Former Rustic-Chic SoCal Retreat Hits the Market for $4.2 Million
The grounds are spotlighted by a spacious flagstone terrace that’s ideal for alfresco lounging amid mature oak trees, plus wood decks hosting a swim spa, a hot tub, and a fire pit.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2025
Imagine lounging on this cocktail ottoman poolside, frozen rum drink in hand, sunnies on, sweaty forehead, and cracking a 400-page beach read.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lounge
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Scheffler remembers watching the tournament on TV as a boy, sitting on the couch next to his father.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Suleman posted pictures of her son as a baby, smiling in the bathtub with a few of his siblings, spending time outdoors and enjoying time on the couch.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The emphasis is on unplugging from TVs and phones and relaxing and reconnecting.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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There’s also a pre-treatment scalp massage that helps guests relax for their massage, facial, or other experience.—
Robin Raven,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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There's a flexible hose to nab hard-to-reach messes, a transparent crevice tool for corners and sofa cushions, as well as a dust brush to loosen hair and dust from upholstery.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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In the living room, the sofa pillows stood perfectly upright, and there was nary a water ring on any of the polished furniture.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2025
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Always ensure your criticisms rest on solid research and offer constructive paths forward.—
Jay Ruderman,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Pope, 88, left the hospital on March 23 following a 38-day stay and has been advised to rest, with King Charles and Queen Camilla sending him their best wishes.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Fans were still bummed that he was reassigned to minor-league camp.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2025
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For more on Nintendo Switch 2, check out our Switch 2 game wishlist and learn why we’ll be bummed if Switch 2 lacks these features.—
Jordan Minor,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2025
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Once tense and apprehensive, Mateo is later shown basking in the sun and running along the sand with other dogs in the care of his rescuer.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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After receiving 23 feet of snow in 2024, Valle Nevado remains one of the best places to experience winter when the Northern Hemisphere is basking in summer.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There's a step before planting strawberry seeds in soil: Seeds need to be chilled to improve germination.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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An early, brutal cold swept through the Interlake, chilling the earth before tens of thousands of snakes could reach the warmth of their underground dens.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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And if that interest is lazing by the beach, transfers to local beach clubs will be offered as well.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Bask in the sound of lapping waves from the king-size bed, or laze in a hammock overlooking the water.—
Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Lounge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lounge. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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