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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
Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
In the week leading up to an engagement, stress naps are abundant—quick, temporary shutdowns of all feeling.
—Hazlitt, 11 Mar. 2026
Afternoon naps and caffeine as well as evening light from phones and other electronic devices can make adjusting to an earlier bedtime even harder.
—Lauran Neergaard, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Afternoon naps and caffeine as well as evening light from phones and other electronic devices can make adjusting to an earlier bedtime even harder.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Some players found out about the scratches after their afternoon naps.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Sterni cautioned against skipping naps in hopes of improving nighttime sleep.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
The dogs tried to curl up wherever possible to take short naps.
—Delbert L. Chears, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
Planning around children’s schedules, including naps and feeding times, can reduce frustration during travel.
—Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
In the week leading up to an engagement, stress naps are abundant—quick, temporary shutdowns of all feeling.
—Hazlitt, 11 Mar. 2026
Afternoon naps and caffeine as well as evening light from phones and other electronic devices can make adjusting to an earlier bedtime even harder.
—Lauran Neergaard, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Afternoon naps and caffeine as well as evening light from phones and other electronic devices can make adjusting to an earlier bedtime even harder.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Some players found out about the scratches after their afternoon naps.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Sterni cautioned against skipping naps in hopes of improving nighttime sleep.
—Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
The dogs tried to curl up wherever possible to take short naps.
—Delbert L. Chears, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 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
Verb
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Of course, all of this discussion rests on the belief that contractual prohibitions are the load-bearing factor for preventing an AI system from being used for mass domestic surveillance or autonomous weapons.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2026
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His advice largely unheeded, state party Chairman Rusty Hicks on Thursday said the fate of a Democratic victory now rests squarely on the gubernatorial candidates who flouted him.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Kristin Barker lives on the North Side in a home that sleeps 14 people and she's also listed the property as a rental.—
John Shumway,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Poor sleep affects everyone Ninety-five percent of all caregivers agreed that good sleep is essential to overall family function, and nearly 80% said their own sleep suffers when their child sleeps poorly, the poll found.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 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
Verb
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Don’t be afraid to suggest budget caps for group plans, because everyone relaxes when guidelines are simple and visible.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Rising Star in Beverly Hills Gable relaxes on the veranda of his new Beverly Hills rental home in this 1931 photo, which accompanied an article in Screenland magazine.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Rather, the protagonist dozes right through it.—
John Swansburg,
The Atlantic,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Naps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naps. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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