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Recent Examples of catnap
Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Mar. 2024
This is perfect for taking catnaps, reading a book, or spending time with a loved one.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2023
More damningly, unofficially led the league last season in catnaps while his man roasted him on a backdoor cut.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 21 July 2023
Distraught Ministry of Health staff members worked relentlessly, took catnaps in their offices, and attended funerals.
—Laurie Garrett, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2015
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Noun
And your own cat is to thank for the inspiration behind Godzilla’s catnaps in the Colosseum?
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Mar. 2024
This is perfect for taking catnaps, reading a book, or spending time with a loved one.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2023
More damningly, unofficially led the league last season in catnaps while his man roasted him on a backdoor cut.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 21 July 2023
Distraught Ministry of Health staff members worked relentlessly, took catnaps in their offices, and attended funerals.
—Laurie Garrett, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2015
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catnap
Noun
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While the guests are on the beach, Max decides to take a nap.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
20 Jan. 2026
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Colin’s outdoor nap routine began early.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Another arguably unnecessary but amazing addition are down pants, like the Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown ($290), which have been a game changer for keeping me warm at camp and while sleeping.—
Kaelyn Lynch,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
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They can be dressed in a wearable blanket, sleep sack or one-piece pajamas, with a onesie or undershirt added for extra warmth, according to the Baltimore City Health Department.—
Natalie Jones,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Catnap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catnap. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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