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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
Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Completely relaxed, the dog naps upside down in a pose many viewers likened to a roasting chicken.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Take more naps, or cook some of your favorite recipes.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Those looking for solid investment pieces to ground a room will find a polished dining table and a comfortable couch in a classic silhouette (inspired by the very one Chamberlain naps on every day).
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
Jammies optional, naps discouraged.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
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
The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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
Completely relaxed, the dog naps upside down in a pose many viewers likened to a roasting chicken.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Take more naps, or cook some of your favorite recipes.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Those looking for solid investment pieces to ground a room will find a polished dining table and a comfortable couch in a classic silhouette (inspired by the very one Chamberlain naps on every day).
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2026
Jammies optional, naps discouraged.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
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
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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And the profession’s appeal rests on a tension that The Pitt doesn’t shy away from.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
13 Apr. 2026
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Luna decided the market should set itself apart by selling everything visitors would not expect from a store whose entire brand rests on its AI constitution.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There are seven room types, including a sprawling executive suite and a large family room that sleeps three people.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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When someone with sleep apnea sleeps on their back, there’s a risk of their airways collapsing, which can impede their ability to breathe, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 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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Exhaling occurs when the diaphragm relaxes and the chest recoils.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Both are normal responses as the body relaxes.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 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 15 Apr. 2026.
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