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as in relaxation
freedom from activity or labor
the coming weekend will provide some much needed rest
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as in resting
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
after a long day, I lay down on the couch for a little rest before dinner
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as in remainder
a remaining group or portion
can you hand me the rest of those papers?
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
a beach resort that caters to gung ho exercisers and athletes as well as vacationers who just want to rest
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as in to sleep
to be in a state of sleep
the patient is currently resting, but as soon as he awakes, I'll tell him you called
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Recent Examples of rest
Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 12 Dec. 2024
Shabbat is a weekly day of rest, observed from Friday evening to Saturday evening.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
But that plan's fate now rests in the hands of Trump and his incoming administration, which has sent mixed signals on the idea.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The tire came to a rest near the concrete barrier dividing the northbound and southbound lanes, and Raider fled the scene after remounting the tire onto his truck.
—Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 12 Dec. 2024
Shabbat is a weekly day of rest, observed from Friday evening to Saturday evening.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
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The entire kingdom’s future rests on Poppy’s shoulders.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
But that plan's fate now rests in the hands of Trump and his incoming administration, which has sent mixed signals on the idea.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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That might come as a surprise to some travelers, especially when the thought of relaxing can feel laughable after reckoning with airport’s infamous curbside gridlock.Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Women’s styles include the Designer, an indigo balloon-sleeve bootcut jumpsuit with Hudson’s signature flap back pockets; the Collaborator, a black sleeveless relaxed straight coverall; and the Creator, a wide-leg indigo jumpsuit with a strapless sweetheart neckline.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2024
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The hotel is now open for guests to experience the unique sensation of sleeping surrounded by world-class ice and snow art.Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Standard variations on the 650’s interior allow seating for up to 19 and sleeping for 10 in as many as four living areas as well as a galley and two lavatories.J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2024
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Scandia, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, provides a haven for older adults seeking freedom and community.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Gower Street Analytics, based in London, is more bullish in predicting that 2024 domestic revenue will reach $8.8 billion in 2024 and $21.7 billion at the international box office for a global total of $30.5, down notably from $34 billion in 2023.Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Dec. 2024
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The four spend their leisurely days lounging by the pool, drinking cocktails and basking in the sun: a postcard ready image of what a multi-ethnic French family can look like.Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
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While celebrating and basking in the festivities, your love horoscope invites you to pause and reconsider your approach to romantic relationships.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Rest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rest. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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