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.
Recent Examples on the Web
According to McGowan, the procedure could potentially offer patients the opportunity to see substantial weight loss without the downtime of surgery or associated risks.
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Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
After a full day of exploring — and ideally a little downtime in the mineral springs and resort pool — guests can refuel with Latin American or Asian fusion fare before retiring to spacious casitas with private terraces, outdoor showers, hammocks, and hot tubs.
—Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024
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Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
After a full day of exploring — and ideally a little downtime in the mineral springs and resort pool — guests can refuel with Latin American or Asian fusion fare before retiring to spacious casitas with private terraces, outdoor showers, hammocks, and hot tubs.
—Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024
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“Downtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downtime. Accessed 18 May. 2024.
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