take a break

idiom

: to stop doing something for a short period of time : to rest
I'm tired. Let's take a break.

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To minimize the signs of mechanical damage, take a break from even the most basic of tools and embrace your natural texture with the help of products like Vernon François Nourishing Water or Ceremonia's Guava Beach Waves. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025 There's a feature to help some users better distinguish onscreen colors, and another to remind long-haulers to take a break. Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 15 Mar. 2025 The snow was expected to take a break Thursday, the weather service said, but another storm will hit the Sierra on Friday and into Friday night. Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Mar. 2025 Her workplace recognized her distress and encouraged her to take a break. Ashley Vega, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for take a break

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“Take a break.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20a%20break. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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