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resting

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noun

resting

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verb

present participle of rest

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of resting
Adjective
Telogen Stage The telogen stage of the hair cycle is a resting phase, during which the hair doesn't grow, and the follicle is dormant.1 About 10% to 15% of the hairs on your body are in this resting phase at any one time, which typically lasts for a few months. Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 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 After the breathing exercise, class ends with five minutes of Savasana, the Sanskrit name for the resting and restorative period when practitioners lie supine to relax, regroup, and calm the nervous system. Andi Breitowich, Men's Health, 1 May 2023 This is likely because hair follicles are cut off from their blood supply and forced into a resting phase prematurely. Marisa Sloan, Discover Magazine, 15 Feb. 2023 This wasn’t the resting place of just one animal: The stone was littered with the remains of at least six individual dinosaurs of different ages and sizes. Brian Switek, Smithsonian, 9 Aug. 2017 The researchers found that girls had higher resting heart rates at age 11 compared with boys. Rubén Rosario, Twin Cities, 5 May 2017
Verb
Place the terracotta pot upside down over the tea lights, resting on the bricks. Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025 With this new year, consider planning some fresh ways to cater to your creativity—and lean in to the importance of resting. Essence, 7 Jan. 2025 But the infection typically does improve with resting, drinking fluids and over-the-counter medication. Christina Shaw, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025 During the winter months, your lawn is either growing slowly or resting in dormancy, depending on the climate in your region. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025 No rolling pin or resting time required. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025 The Seahawks barely got their 10th win to finish 10-7 even though the Rams were resting key starters Sunday. Mike Sando, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025 Then, the New England Patriots prevailed over the Buffalo Bills, who – like the Chiefs – were resting some key starters. Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025 But coach Sean McVay prioritized resting starters, including 36-year-old quarterback Matthew Stafford, for good reason. Mike Sando, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resting
Verb
  • Nothing quite compares to the joy of sitting by the beach, breathing in the warm ocean breeze, and basking in the beauty of your surroundings.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Tortuga Bay is where visitors can surely encounter marine iguanas basking on the lava rocks or making their way in and out of the sea to feed on underwater algae.
    Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Tolbert’s 10-year-old son was on a couch playing video games while his 4-year-old brother was asleep next to him at their home in the 3600 block of West Palmer Street in the Logan Square neighborhood, according to prosecutors.
    Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2025
  • Live 00:00 06:12 06:12 Officials give timeline of response efforts as floods impacted Texas 06:12 Kerrville Police Community Services Officer Chief Jonathan Lamb painted a somber picture of how the morning of July 4 unfolded as floods took over Hunt, when most residents were asleep.
    NBC News, NBC news, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • Consider a clock alarm, don’t answer emails or messages in bed, and avoid looking at your phone for as long as possible.
    Ana Morales, Vogue, 5 July 2025
  • Going to bed at the same time and getting up at the same time keeps your body regulated and make sit easier to fall asleep.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Verb
  • In , the small cat curiously edged toward the new canine friend, who was relaxing on the couch, gently patting him with her paw and sniffing.
    Alice Gibbs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
  • And to add to the messy situation, conflicting media reports suggest the company either is or is not relaxing its hardware hurdle for taking.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Though many reporters were running on energy drinks and little sleep throughout the night, their Capitol campout had its fun moments, too.
    Mackenzie Thomas, The Washington Examiner, 1 July 2025
  • These features help reduce eye strain and support better sleep, empowering gamers to spend more time in front of their screens without discomfort.
    George Toh, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • However, the High Priestess shows February being full of rest and healing, urging you to slow down and listen to your intuition… because your sixth sense is strong for a reason.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
  • These rules, if finalized, would apply to both indoor and outdoor work settings and would require employers to implement measures such as providing water, rest breaks, and acclimatization periods when temperatures reach certain thresholds.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • Pair them with the Cozy Earth bamboo pajamas for a luxuriously cool slumber.
    Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
  • Each room is also equipped with a fireplace, and the beds made with 400-thread count Frette sheets for the most luxurious slumber.
    Karla Pope, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2025

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“Resting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resting. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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