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reclining

n.
C2 Proficiency US //ɹiˈkɫaɪnɪŋ// UK //ɹɪklˈaɪnɪŋ// re·clin·ing Archaic

n. a position where you lie back at an angle, usually to rest or sleep. In plants, it describes a specific way some species grow or move.

n. the act or state of lying back at an angle, typically for rest or sleep. In botanical contexts, refers to the growth habit of certain plants that lie flat on the ground.


SIMPLE

The reclining position helps the patient feel more comfortable.

CONTEXTUAL

The patient was advised to maintain a reclining position for several hours after the surgery to reduce swelling.

COMPLEX

While most climbers ascend vertically, the reclining style involves leaning back against the wall to maintain balance, a technique often used by beginners to manage fear of heights.

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