Synonym: ease, easiness, liberalisation, liberalization, loosening, relaxation behavior, relaxation method, repose, rest, slackening. Similar words: relation, correlation, relationship, in relation to, foreign relations, vexation, subluxation, relax. Meaning: [‚rɪːlæk'seɪʃn] 
n. 1. (physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers 2. (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance 3. a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry 4. an occurrence of control or strength weakening 5. freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) 6. a method of solving simultaneous equations by guessing a solution and then reducing the errors that result by successive approximations until all the errors are less than some specified amount 7. the act of making less strict.
n. 1. (physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers 2. (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance 3. a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry 4. an occurrence of control or strength weakening 5. freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) 6. a method of solving simultaneous equations by guessing a solution and then reducing the errors that result by successive approximations until all the errors are less than some specified amount 7. the act of making less strict. 
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(61) For other relaxation techniques, see Chapter 18 on managing stress. 10.
(62) There is no relaxation of planning controls in national parks, areas of outstanding natural beauty and existing conservation areas.
(63) Remind yourself that relaxation costs nothing but can pay dividends in better health and in better speechreading.
(64) You are repeatedly pairing tension followed by relaxation, which you hope ultimately occurs naturally over time.
(65) The unit, based at Dormanstown clinic, will use the equipment for relaxation therapy and anxiety management.
(66) But when combined with relaxation exercises, it can be very effective.
(67) It is extremely useful to learn relaxation and stress-management techniques.
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(69) Robyn watched his expression, saw the relaxation of his features, and breathed an inward sigh of relief.
(70) It may also be possible to promote rest by teaching some specific relaxation technique, e.g. deep breathing, yoga.
(71) Manion had been religious about doing his daily relaxation exercises, followed by affirmations, visualizations, and mental rehearsals.
(72) Sprawled on the opposite sofa, he was the epitome of relaxation.
(73) Its key element was a relaxation of the past two years' tight monetary controls in an effort to halt recession.
(74) Relaxation in eligibility criteria would also reduce the pressure on able-bodied recipients to look for work.
(75) This is a simple, single relaxation time model for the approach to equilibrium.
(76) This was a town for relaxation, for pleasure, not for a working girl like Tess.
(77) An increase in insulin levels in the blood decreases the normal relaxation of the coronary arteries.
(78) Start the music and record one or two minutes to begin the all-important process of deep relaxation.
(79) You learn how to use relaxation techniques to relax your body and lower the pitch of the tone.
(80) Stepping into one of the airy, wood-paneled massage rooms begins the relaxation process.
(81) So to overcome her fear, she spent two hours a day doing relaxation exercises to conquer her stage fright.
(82) I use acupuncture to promote muscle relaxation and reduce inflammation in the back's muscles.
(83) Visualization / Imagery-This technique combines relaxation exercises with the creation of mental images.
(84) A failed attempt to relax at bedtime causes more anxiety and can condition you to associate relaxation techniques with insomnia.
(85) Danielle, who originally trained with Marguerite Maury, believes that part of the secret to reducing cellulite is relaxation.
(86) After using the relaxation exercise you then conjure up a positive emotional experience.
(87) Not only did the new managers feel they neglected their family lives, they ignored their need for leisure and relaxation.
(88) By lessening your own tension you help to relax others in your sphere; relaxation and tension are infectious.
(89) I am convinced that good play has something to do with relaxation and good company.
(90) A trained and skilled practitioner can tailor a session to treat insomnia by reducing muscular tension and promoting relaxation.
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