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The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities.
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A diminution of tone, tension, or firmness; specifically in pathology: a looseness; a diminution of the natural and healthy tone of parts.
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relaxation of the soft palate
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Remission or abatement of rigor.
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Remission of attention or application.
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relaxation of efforts
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Unbending; recreation; a state or occupation intended to give mental or bodily relief after effort.
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The transition of an atom or molecule from a higher energy level to a lower one.
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The release following musical tension.