downtime
noun
down·time
ˈdau̇n-ˌtīm 
1
: time during which production is stopped especially during setup for an operation or when making repairs
2
: inactive time (such as time between periods of work)
napping during our downtime
an injured athlete facing months of downtime
Examples of downtime in a Sentence
After a busy day at work, I look forward to some downtime at home.
The kids napped during their downtime.
We need to minimize network downtime.
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Its entry into the UK comes at a time when British shoppers are increasingly investing in their downtime wardrobes, turning to loungewear that combines comfort with style.
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Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
These transplantation methods give clients natural-appearing results with minimal downtime.
—Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
That type of play often leads to a lot of downtime for the opposing goalie.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024
In his downtime, Terrence collects hobbies at an alarming rate.
—Condé Nast, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024
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Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
These transplantation methods give clients natural-appearing results with minimal downtime.
—Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
That type of play often leads to a lot of downtime for the opposing goalie.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024
In his downtime, Terrence collects hobbies at an alarming rate.
—Condé Nast, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Downtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downtime. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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