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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
During breaks, the crew will retreat into the vessel’s two cramped compartments to converse with their support team via satellite phone, monitor weather conditions, chart their navigation—and, most importantly, tend to their battered bodies while also trying to take 40-minute catnaps.
—Johnny Dodd, Peoplemag, 9 June 2023
And hey, any excuse for turning off your brain via a quick catnap is probably welcome.
—Lisa Bain, Good Housekeeping, 26 May 2023
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Noun
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
During breaks, the crew will retreat into the vessel’s two cramped compartments to converse with their support team via satellite phone, monitor weather conditions, chart their navigation—and, most importantly, tend to their battered bodies while also trying to take 40-minute catnaps.
—Johnny Dodd, Peoplemag, 9 June 2023
And hey, any excuse for turning off your brain via a quick catnap is probably welcome.
—Lisa Bain, Good Housekeeping, 26 May 2023
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“Catnap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catnap. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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