as in napping
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
indulged in some quick catnapping between appointments with patients
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as in sleeping
to be in a state of sleep
the children are catnapping, so please be quiet
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as in resting
to sleep lightly or briefly
catnapped for 10 minutes and then went back to work
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The post also shows Sophia napping on their couch surrounded by Santa hats, and a variety of homemade gifts made for one another.—
Emma Aerin Becker,
People.com,
27 Dec. 2024 -
The discovery of this titanic napping black hole is a breakthrough for this theory.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
18 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Budget enough time for a full night's sleep, and take short naps early in the day if needed. Adjust your medications for PsA if needed, such as switching to a different treatment or increasing your dose.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman,
Health,
29 Mar. 2025
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Working on sleep hygiene to improve sleep overall is also a good idea.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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With this new year, consider planning some fresh ways to cater to your creativity—and lean in to the importance of resting.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Jan. 2025
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But the infection typically does improve with resting, drinking fluids and over-the-counter medication.—
Christina Shaw,
Fox News,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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And like many parents, when the kids go to bed, Meghan and Prince Harry like to unwind with some of their favorite shows.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Charlie would love to sleep in bed at night and spend his days outside or on leisurely walks.—
Trish Stinger and,
Kansas City Star,
19 Mar. 2025
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After the kiss in Snow White, the princess emerges from what was supposed to be her eternal slumber to enlist the seven dwarfs, as well as Jonathan and his fellow bandits to lead an uprising to take down the Evil Queen.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The set is only $30, and has moisture-wicking properties and interior airflow for a cooler, more comfortable slumber.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Mar. 2025
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Textile fiber choices at every layer of the bed can determine whether a sleeper experiences a comfortable or restless night’s rest.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Mar. 2025
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Every minute spent on low-impact tasks is a minute not spent on growth, innovation, or rest.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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There was the usual banter, gathering together to watch Champions League matches, some afternoon naps and sessions of the card game Wolf, where players assume secret roles similar to the television hit ‘Traitors’.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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But most working parents agree: Their best work nearly always gets done early in the morning while their children are sleeping, or during nap times.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Catnapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catnapping. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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