as in sleeping
being in a state of suspended consciousness
the napping children looked so peaceful
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as in sleep
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
some people think that napping in the afternoon will keep you from sleeping well at night
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as in resting
to sleep lightly or briefly
decided to let the kids nap for a few more minutes before waking them
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as in dozing
to be in a state of sleep
I'm just going to nap the entire afternoon
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Recent Examples of napping
Anne Hardy, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
Morning naps were linked to about a 30% increase in mortality risk, and each additional hour of daily napping was associated with about a 13% higher risk, the study found.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
In two separate selfies, the singer and actress cuddled with Emerson, while another snapshot depicted the newborn napping in her car seat.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
And your napping neighbor will appreciate the focused light.
—Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
United Airlines announced a brand new seat option for travelers that made napping and stretching out on a plane a whole lot easier.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 Mar. 2026
These sleepy puppies are right there with you—expert-level napping, zero meetings required.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
If possible, take some time to journal or meditate (napping would also be valid).
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
How it is adopted, implemented and maintained will depend on numerous factors, but the evidence strongly supports napping is better than not napping.
—P. Daniel Patterson, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
Inside the bus, students — ever the teenage archetype — were napping, chatting and stretching.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
When one of them crouched to pet the Federicos’ dog Marshall, napping on the floor, Rob explained how Kong dog toys were invented.
—Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
While occasional naps have been shown to be refreshing, frequent or prolonged daytime napping in this group has been associated with a variety of health concerns.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The toddler was napping in his bedroom, and Kloss didn’t want to wake him by moving him.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
The eye mask helps block out any extra light in my room when napping during the day.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
One of the babies was left napping in the nursery.
—Denise Schrier Cetta, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
For older children, napping may reflect individual sleep needs, efforts to make up for shorter nighttime sleep or structured rest periods in after-school programs.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
As comfort was key in the sunroom and library where a daybed became a daily napping spot, the windows were covered in custom Pindler curtain fabrics to withstand the sun.
—Anne Hardy, Architectural Digest, 23 Apr. 2026
Morning naps were linked to about a 30% increase in mortality risk, and each additional hour of daily napping was associated with about a 13% higher risk, the study found.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
In two separate selfies, the singer and actress cuddled with Emerson, while another snapshot depicted the newborn napping in her car seat.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
And your napping neighbor will appreciate the focused light.
—Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
United Airlines announced a brand new seat option for travelers that made napping and stretching out on a plane a whole lot easier.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 Mar. 2026
These sleepy puppies are right there with you—expert-level napping, zero meetings required.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
If possible, take some time to journal or meditate (napping would also be valid).
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
How it is adopted, implemented and maintained will depend on numerous factors, but the evidence strongly supports napping is better than not napping.
—P. Daniel Patterson, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
With temperate weather that allows for swimming, snorkeling, and forest spelunking, these getaways are also prime locations for napping to the gentle sound of waves by the beach.
—Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
Inside the bus, students — ever the teenage archetype — were napping, chatting and stretching.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
When one of them crouched to pet the Federicos’ dog Marshall, napping on the floor, Rob explained how Kong dog toys were invented.
—Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
While occasional naps have been shown to be refreshing, frequent or prolonged daytime napping in this group has been associated with a variety of health concerns.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The toddler was napping in his bedroom, and Kloss didn’t want to wake him by moving him.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
The eye mask helps block out any extra light in my room when napping during the day.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
One of the babies was left napping in the nursery.
—Denise Schrier Cetta, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
For older children, napping may reflect individual sleep needs, efforts to make up for shorter nighttime sleep or structured rest periods in after-school programs.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for napping
Adjective
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An autopsy showed that the infant died from asphyxiation secondary to a co-sleeping/overlay event with an unsafe sleeping environment.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Air New Zealand is hoping to revolutionize sleep comfort on long-haul flights by introducing bunk beds to economy.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Three nights of interrupted sleep led to failure in his work output.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Suitable gifts for this guy—a barbecue blanket for resting meats, or a selection of dry rubs geared to smoking.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Once onboard your pet, both male and female fleas feed at the first opportunity, typically when your pet is resting, says Benson.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The sleep disorder leads to an overwhelming urge to fall asleep during the day, even when a person is well-rested, according to the Cleveland Clinic.—
Sydney Topf,
The Washington Examiner,
26 May 2026
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Studies have found that regularly eating fish is associated with improved sleep quality, falling asleep more easily, and better daytime functioning.—
Trista Chan,
Health,
25 May 2026
Noun
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Halverson’s friends, teachers and coaches across Fridley supported him — with meals, a bed and more.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The sense of repose continues in the post-treatment lounge, a zen-like space with privacy shades around each bed, designed to seal in that feeling of restoration.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
Verb
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In the Executive and Premier One-Bedroom Suites, a separate living room adds a place for gathering or relaxing while someone else is asleep.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Nestled right in the heart of the Uptown neighborhood, this two-bedroom Magic Cottage will give you a taste of Victorian flair with its original architectural details and two living rooms (one for relaxing, and another for pre-dinner drinks).—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Hunting kangaroos and snoozing by the fire The dingo’s bones tell their own story.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 May 2026
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Luckily, my desert tortoise named Dotty was safely snoozing in my backyard.—
Alina Hartounian,
NPR,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Miami reaching the national title game was a major step for a program that had been in a 20-year slumber.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Nature’s orchestra lulled me into a tranquil slumber.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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“Napping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/napping. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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