BASKING Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

basking

verb

present participle of bask

as in resting

to refrain from labor or exertion we blissfully basked at the seashore over the long holiday

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Recent Examples of basking The San Francisco 49ers were still basking in the glow of an exhilarating road win against division rival Seattle that extended their perfect start to the season when Christian McCaffrey offered a word of caution. — CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026 In the days of former coach Billy Napier, Florida made a habit of basking in the wins. — Noah White, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026 Some employees, artists, and ex-girlfriends compare gaining his praise and attention to basking in the warmth of the sun itself. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026 Corduroy pillows in Petal Plum—a floral print lifted from the floor of the brand’s New York flagship store—doubled as soft seating, perfect for basking in the sun. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2026 The Cavaliers were off in Week 1, still basking in one of the most impressive opening performances of the season. — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 The most basic building block is warmer water temperatures, which peak in September after basking in summer’s heat, and provide fuel for storms to form and strengthen. — Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026 After a summer spent outdoors basking in the sun, houseplants can struggle to adjust to life indoors. — Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026 The star took a break from basking in the sun and frolicking through the waves, lining up on the white sand in front of the ocean with her BFFs for a silly dance party. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 24 Aug. 2026

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Jockeys maintain it with only a few toes resting on each stirrup.

— Cameron Peters, Vox, 16 Oct. 2026
Some of them sat at tables of four in a common area, reading, working on laptops or resting their heads.

— Rosie Cima, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026

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After exploring or relaxing by the pool, head to the freestanding infrared sauna with optional salt halotherapy.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
The layout is geared toward indoor-outdoor living, with ample space for relaxing and entertaining across four decks.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026

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