verb and noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

relax, contract, calm, remain still, stop

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Example Sentences

Example:She relaxed her shoulders after the long day at work.

Definition:To loosen the tension or firmness of (a muscle, tissue, etc.)

From relax

Example:The doctor asked the patient to contract and release her arm.

Definition:To cause (a muscle or other tissue) to shorten or become tighter.

From contract

Example:He tried to calm his nerves before the important meeting.

Definition:To make or become less excited, agitated, or anxious.

From calm

Example:They remained still as they waited for the search operation to begin.

Definition:To stay in a stationary position without moving.

From remain still

Example:She stopped twitching after a few seconds.

Definition:To bring (an action, movement, or process) to a halt or to a temporary or permanent end.

From stop