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relaxing

adjective B1 Neutral

Meaning

Relaxing means something that helps you feel calm and free from stress.
💡 Don't confuse "relaxing" with "relaxed"; "relaxing" describes something that causes relaxation.

Example Sentences

Is reading a book a relaxing way to spend time ?
The movie was not very relaxing because of the loud noises .
The relaxing music helped me feel calm after work .
This music is really relaxing after a long day .

Word in Context

After a long day at work , Maria opened the window and stepped onto the small balcony . She made a cup of tea and listened to the birds , which was very relaxing . The warm air and quiet street helped her forget small problems and feel calm . She read a few pages of a book and thought she might go to bed earlier than usual . If she sleeps well tonight , she will wake up ready for a new day .

Common Phrases

relaxing music relaxing bath relaxing weekend

Synonyms

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