1
capitalized
: a Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation
2
: a system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and sometimes meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote physical and emotional well-being
Examples of yoga in a Sentence
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The two actors laid out a green yoga mat, with hand sanitizer nearby, and invited friends to share in celebrating Patel's milestone birthday at a safe distance, of course.
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Emily St. Martin, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
There’s also a gym and yoga studio and a juice bar, both with opening sea terraces.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
The basketball player modeled the new yoga line with a fresh take on athleisure.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
Additionally, workouts that put you in a more meditative space, like yoga (which wasn’t included in the above study) might also help.
—Erica Sweeney, SELF, 3 Apr. 2024
Every other year, Franti takes his yoga hotel concept out onto the open seas for something called his Soulshine at Sea cruise.
—Pam Windsor, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Built on a two-acre lot, the sprawling compound includes a waterfall pool, a lighted tennis court and treetop yoga platform.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024
The uptown luxury apartments, with studio, one and two bedroom units, features a pool, yoga and spin studio, plus a fitness center with views of the city’s skyline.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 29 Mar. 2024
Studies suggest that just about anything is helpful—yoga, Pilates, walking, swimming…the list goes on.
—Ali Finney, SELF, 28 Mar. 2024
Emily St. Martin, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
There’s also a gym and yoga studio and a juice bar, both with opening sea terraces.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
The basketball player modeled the new yoga line with a fresh take on athleisure.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
Additionally, workouts that put you in a more meditative space, like yoga (which wasn’t included in the above study) might also help.
—Erica Sweeney, SELF, 3 Apr. 2024
Every other year, Franti takes his yoga hotel concept out onto the open seas for something called his Soulshine at Sea cruise.
—Pam Windsor, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Built on a two-acre lot, the sprawling compound includes a waterfall pool, a lighted tennis court and treetop yoga platform.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024
The uptown luxury apartments, with studio, one and two bedroom units, features a pool, yoga and spin studio, plus a fitness center with views of the city’s skyline.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 29 Mar. 2024
Studies suggest that just about anything is helpful—yoga, Pilates, walking, swimming…the list goes on.
—Ali Finney, SELF, 28 Mar. 2024
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yoga
noun
yo·ga
ˈyō-gə 
1
capitalized
: a Hindu philosophy teaching that by holding back the activity of one's body, mind, and will one can know one's true self and be free
2
: a system of exercises for gaining bodily or mental control and well-being
Medical Definition
yoga
noun
yo·ga
ˈyō-gə
1
capitalized
: a Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation
2
: a system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote bodily or mental control and well-being see hatha yoga
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