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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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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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Before the shooting, Cervantes said the couple were on the bed relaxing, preparing to go out for the evening, when the shooting happened.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 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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And their staterooms have a variety of family-friendly features, including separate sleeping and seating areas, under-bed storage, and split bathrooms.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 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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Steve Mensch, 62, has been head of the film studio based in Atlanta since 2016.Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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As the project moves forward here is some basic information about the company and the development itself: What is Eli Lilly and Company? Eli Lilly and Company, often referred to as Lilly, is based in Indianapolis.Ricardo Torres, Journal Sentinel, 7 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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