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as in rests
to sleep lightly or briefly
decided to let the kids nap for a few more minutes before waking them
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Recent Examples of naps
Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
My family has already enjoyed several naps on this incredibly comfy couch.
—Meg Kernahan, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026
In the meantime, Quinn’s dad can try to squeeze in a few naps.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Midday naps and sleeping in on weekends can help make up for temporary sleep deficits.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 2 May 2026
Researchers found morning naps as well as longer and more frequent naps were associated with higher all-cause mortality rates in adults with an average age of 81.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 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
Within 30 minutes of eating one of the treats, his interest in mail delivery trucks approaching our house declines and his penchant for naps increases — both very beneficial when recovering from major surgery.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
The 20th anniversary edition has been updated with the latest advice, including how to shorten naps and manage early wake-ups and includes new product recommendations.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
Longer naps risk the disoriented feeling that can slow the start of a shift.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
My family has already enjoyed several naps on this incredibly comfy couch.
—Meg Kernahan, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026
In the meantime, Quinn’s dad can try to squeeze in a few naps.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Midday naps and sleeping in on weekends can help make up for temporary sleep deficits.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 2 May 2026
Researchers found morning naps as well as longer and more frequent naps were associated with higher all-cause mortality rates in adults with an average age of 81.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 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
Within 30 minutes of eating one of the treats, his interest in mail delivery trucks approaching our house declines and his penchant for naps increases — both very beneficial when recovering from major surgery.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
The 20th anniversary edition has been updated with the latest advice, including how to shorten naps and manage early wake-ups and includes new product recommendations.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Verb
This carrier has been a lifesaver with our five-month-old daughter, who naps almost exclusively in it.
—The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for naps
Noun
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There are a lot of knowing nods and winks to past horror landmarks as well, notably Videodrome and The Shining, and more than a few gentle ribbings of the clichés of the Golden Age of slashers.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2026
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Her work explores healing from childhood trauma, perfectionism, motherhood, and the quiet synchronistic winks that guide us to the miracles awaiting us.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The teaser doesn’t give away much of the plot, but the best part is Pugh standing in a funeral wearing all-black furs and round black sunglasses.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
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Staff started out by wearing bear masks and animal furs, then crawling into the enclosure to spoon-feed the cubs formula.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The dirty little secret most insiders either don’t realize or do not want to admit is that the entire TV eco-system rests on the shoulders of these networks.—
Ted Linhart,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The strongest case for these clinics rests on early detection.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 May 2026
Verb
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With its iconic buildings, excellent shopping, and decadent dining, there’s no shortage of things to do in the city that never sleeps.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 May 2026
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Filming has begun on the third installment of the A Quiet Place franchise in the city that never sleeps.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
10 May 2026
Noun
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Nothing brings people together like debating whether Puzzle's platform calling for more catnaps is fiscally responsible.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many commencement speakers are given honorary degrees, but the prestige associated with such matters has declined over the years; six-figure piles of cash surely seem more useful than an ersatz doctorate given to an accomplished alumnus or once-local homegirl.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2026
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Most earwig problems begin outside, where damp piles of leaves, firewood or other debris create an attractive environment for the insects.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Another medium-firm option that will deliver crucial neck support is Casper’s original pillow, which is great for all types of sleepers like our contributor Madeleine Luckel, who snoozes on both of her sides, her back, and stomach.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
26 Feb. 2026
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In it, Mario snoozes against a tree as a butterfly flutters by his head.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The middle of the day is for mandatory Sun siestas.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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The two-bedroom rental features an elevated plunge pool bookended by a cozy lounging area for afternoon siestas under the sun.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
27 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Naps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naps. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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