English

relax

rɪˈlæks, ɹɪˈlæks
Meaning: to rest and become calm
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ɹɪˈlæks

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base relax
3rd person singular present relaxes
Present participle relaxing
Past relaxed
Will future will relax
Going-to future going to relax
Imperative negative don't relax / do not relax

Example sentences

After work, I like to relax on the couch.
After work, I like to relax on the couch.
A little honest talking helped everyone relax after the argument.
A little honest talking helped everyone relax after the argument.
Now that the exams are over, I can finally relax.
Now that the exams are over, I can finally relax.
Reading is my favorite way to relax after work.
Reading is my favorite way to relax after work.
The work is mostly done, so we can relax now.
The work is mostly done, so we can relax now.

Usage Notes

Used for the act of calming down or resting after activity. It can also refer to making rules or muscles less tight.

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