as in sleeping
being in a state of suspended consciousness
the resting cat was curled up in my favorite chair
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as in napping
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
the hyena is ready to scavenge again after its brief resting
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as in basking
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 dozing
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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as in basing
to find a basis
you're resting your argument on a faulty premise
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Recent Examples of resting
Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Feb. 2026
This is a condition where, due to stress or hormonal changes, the body puts the hair follicles into a resting phase.
—Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
Taking minoxidil orally can support the hair follicle cycle and trigger anagen (the resting phase) prematurely.
—Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 23 Sep. 2025
During the resting phase, hair stops growing and will shed, or fall out.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
Green Bay could finish as high as sixth in the NFC if the resting Rams lose to the 49ers, potentially setting up a first-round matchup against the division-rival Lions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
In this condition, a lot of the hairs all over the scalp going into the resting phase all at once–this is seen clinically as an abrupt significant increase in shedding.
—Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 4 Aug. 2023
More muscle means more metabolically demanding muscle cells, which translates into a higher resting metabolism.
—Emily Willingham, Scientific American, 14 June 2023
Theodore R. Johnson, Washington Post, 27 May 2026
For more than 40 Revolutionary War-era soldiers, the long journey to their final resting place fittingly ended on Memorial Day weekend in the idyllic southeastern foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
Meanwhile, the cemetery – the final resting place for more than 400,000 service members, veterans and their eligible dependents – continues to conduct up to 30 burials each weekday.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 23 May 2026
The site, now 350 acres, dates back to 1928 and is the final resting place for many Catholic families along with clergy who served in Metro Detroit.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 May 2026
There's no resting; there's no finding peace.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
The marker says the cemetery became the final resting place of many Black residents, many of whom worked in the area’s farming fields, groves and packing houses.
—Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Multiple clues pointed to Tampa's final resting place, said William Thiesen, a Coast Guard Atlantic Area historian.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Each frog was allowed three leaps to reach its final, measurable resting point.
—Andrew Graham
may 6, Sacbee.com, 6 May 2026
Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Once onboard your pet, both male and female fleas feed at the first opportunity, typically when your pet is resting, says Benson.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
The base of the table is sculpted into the shape of a giant ball and the tabletop appears to be resting weightless above it.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Nakonechna’s weekly hourlong sessions with Stetsenko begin with removing her prosthetic and resting it against the wall.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
While the chicken is resting, transfer vegetables to a platter with a slotted spoon.
—Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
With the velocity and intensity, the product would be better if resting were allowed.
—Marcus Thompson, New York Times, 26 May 2026
For most, Memorial Day is for quality time, soaking up the sun, and resting.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 May 2026
Far from being random mental noise, dreams appear to be a real-time readout of how well your brain and body are actually resting.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2026
Adjective
That’s because when the body experiences physical stress, including losing weight quickly, more hairs can shift into a resting phase and fall out a few months later — typically two to three months after the event, Rossi explains.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Feb. 2026
This is a condition where, due to stress or hormonal changes, the body puts the hair follicles into a resting phase.
—Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
Taking minoxidil orally can support the hair follicle cycle and trigger anagen (the resting phase) prematurely.
—Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 23 Sep. 2025
During the resting phase, hair stops growing and will shed, or fall out.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
Green Bay could finish as high as sixth in the NFC if the resting Rams lose to the 49ers, potentially setting up a first-round matchup against the division-rival Lions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
In this condition, a lot of the hairs all over the scalp going into the resting phase all at once–this is seen clinically as an abrupt significant increase in shedding.
—Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 4 Aug. 2023
More muscle means more metabolically demanding muscle cells, which translates into a higher resting metabolism.
—Emily Willingham, Scientific American, 14 June 2023
Noun
Family and friends gathered outside a historic church there, slowly filing into cars for the long funeral procession to my aunt’s final resting place.
—Theodore R. Johnson, Washington Post, 27 May 2026
For more than 40 Revolutionary War-era soldiers, the long journey to their final resting place fittingly ended on Memorial Day weekend in the idyllic southeastern foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
Meanwhile, the cemetery – the final resting place for more than 400,000 service members, veterans and their eligible dependents – continues to conduct up to 30 burials each weekday.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 23 May 2026
The site, now 350 acres, dates back to 1928 and is the final resting place for many Catholic families along with clergy who served in Metro Detroit.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 May 2026
There's no resting; there's no finding peace.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
The marker says the cemetery became the final resting place of many Black residents, many of whom worked in the area’s farming fields, groves and packing houses.
—Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Multiple clues pointed to Tampa's final resting place, said William Thiesen, a Coast Guard Atlantic Area historian.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Each frog was allowed three leaps to reach its final, measurable resting point.
—Andrew Graham
may 6, Sacbee.com, 6 May 2026
Verb
Suitable gifts for this guy—a barbecue blanket for resting meats, or a selection of dry rubs geared to smoking.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Once onboard your pet, both male and female fleas feed at the first opportunity, typically when your pet is resting, says Benson.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
The base of the table is sculpted into the shape of a giant ball and the tabletop appears to be resting weightless above it.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Nakonechna’s weekly hourlong sessions with Stetsenko begin with removing her prosthetic and resting it against the wall.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
While the chicken is resting, transfer vegetables to a platter with a slotted spoon.
—Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
With the velocity and intensity, the product would be better if resting were allowed.
—Marcus Thompson, New York Times, 26 May 2026
For most, Memorial Day is for quality time, soaking up the sun, and resting.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 May 2026
Far from being random mental noise, dreams appear to be a real-time readout of how well your brain and body are actually resting.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resting
Adjective
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An autopsy showed that the infant died from asphyxiation secondary to a co-sleeping/overlay event with an unsafe sleeping environment.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As comfort was key in the sunroom and library where a daybed became a daily napping spot, the windows were covered in custom Pindler curtain fabrics to withstand the sun.—
Anne Hardy,
Architectural Digest,
23 Apr. 2026
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Morning naps were linked to about a 30% increase in mortality risk, and each additional hour of daily napping was associated with about a 13% higher risk, the study found.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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For now, Harris is mostly basking in the warm glow of supporters at events and fielding petitions from candidates seeking her support and circling up with the small team of advisers she’s kept with her as a civilian.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
21 May 2026
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Days are spent basking on the hotel's private plage, going for a swim when the mood suits.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
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Rely on simple, hands-off strategies like withdrawing only dividends and interest, basing calculations on your current lifestyle, or pulling just your RMDs.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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Jonah is basing a screenplay on the town and a father-and-son relationship.—
Ming Liu,
Robb Report,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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Anyone who likes keeping the balcony doors open at night and falling asleep to the sound of crashing waves should enjoy the Ocean Rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Veeze’s signature rapping voice, which sounds like his vocal cords are coated in phlegm and cough syrup, is increasingly versatile, despite the sometimes half-asleep delivery.—
Matthew Ritchie,
Pitchfork,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Air New Zealand is hoping to revolutionize sleep comfort on long-haul flights by introducing bunk beds to economy.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Three nights of interrupted sleep led to failure in his work output.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Verb
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In the Executive and Premier One-Bedroom Suites, a separate living room adds a place for gathering or relaxing while someone else is asleep.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Nestled right in the heart of the Uptown neighborhood, this two-bedroom Magic Cottage will give you a taste of Victorian flair with its original architectural details and two living rooms (one for relaxing, and another for pre-dinner drinks).—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
Noun
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The bed had 500 thread count linens and a robust pillow menu to meet different needs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Wilhelm enters the room, removes most of his clothing and gets into bed with her, slaps her, pushes her away and then caresses her face and cradles her.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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“Resting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resting. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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