catnapping 1 of 2

as in napping
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself indulged in some quick catnapping between appointments with patients

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catnapping

2 of 2

verb

present participle of catnap

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catnapping
Noun
  • The outpouring was probably what helped reverse the dino-napping.
    Aishvarya Kavi, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Grand Patio Outdoor Bean Bag Chair Get super comfy with this elevated outdoor beanbag chair, which features a sturdy steel frame and cloud-like cushions that are perfect for napping, reading, or suntanning.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Reaffirming the idea in 1990, the AAP reported that American children were spending more time watching television than any other activity, apart from sleeping.
    Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2025
  • But several had no mat at all, sleeping on the bathroom floor next to feces and urine in a room that housed 10 too many people, a filing alleged.
    Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Another image showed a photo of two people resting their feet on an outdoor fire pit, overlooking a river.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
  • This risks one dish getting cold or resting too long while the other is cooking.
    Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Senior commerce editor Nashia Baker says she feels refreshed and comfortable in any sleep position with this memory foam pillow.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Olly Melatonin Gummies Once again, travel can really disrupt your sleep so to help her wind down for sleep or for sleep support in flight, in a new city or on a new timezone, Case swears by these extra strength melatonin gummies.
    Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Beyond this, annual flowers such as petunias, marigolds, and zinnias can be used to add bursts of color throughout your beds and borders.
    William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Run it across the backside of the bed and the wall to be sure to clear dust that might be clinging to the wall of the headboard.
    Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In Hocus Pocus, Dani, her older brother Max (Omri Katz) and his crush Allison (Vinessa Shaw) have to save the children of Salem, Massachusetts after accidentally awaking the witch Sanderson sisters from their 300-year slumber.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Just the name inspires dreams of a plush mattress that will cocoon your body into a state of restful slumber and easy dreaming.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Getting enough rest supports your teen’s immune system, mood, and focus, making sleep a true priority for their health and well-being.
    Kris Ann Valdez, Parents, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Citing popular demand for its regular sandwich menu, Mudgie’s will give its brunch menu on Sunday a rest and instead will offer its full menu.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Just one more nap, one more run, one more hunt.
    Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Prior to alerting first responders, Rodriguez said her son, Makai Laboy, had just been put down for a nap.
    Megan Forrester, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Catnapping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catnapping. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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