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as in resting
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
typically the wealthy socialite spends most of the morning in repose, is served lunch, and then embarks on an exhaustive afternoon of shopping
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
enjoyed the repose of a serene summer evening
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as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
the doctor ordered a period of repose for the patient recovering from pneumonia
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
her repose in the face of the screaming demonstrators was impressive
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
reposed in the Caribbean sun, enjoying her break from the world of work
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as in to hand
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
the Constitution reposes the power to declare war to Congress, and to that body alone
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Recent Examples of repose
Hazlitt, 19 Nov. 2025
Cycle through the spa’s saunas, steams, hot pools, and cold plunges, then retire to a breezy hammock or calming cabin for idyllic repose.
—Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025
Bill gravitates towards Tammy (Jane Levy), his daughter-in-law and the only other person in his rambunctious household who values contemplation and repose.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2025
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Noun
While her mother’s song contoured the otherwise untextured day, the little nightingale didn’t dare attempt to try it in any way that might be overheard, for instance, by the owl who spent each day in stubborn repose several trees over.
—Hazlitt, 19 Nov. 2025
Cycle through the spa’s saunas, steams, hot pools, and cold plunges, then retire to a breezy hammock or calming cabin for idyllic repose.
—Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Verb
Think of it, there are a hundred and forty-seven great works reposing in the bosoms of a hundred and forty-seven great men, and the tragic thing is that not one of those hundred and forty-seven great works will ever be written.
—Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025
Bill gravitates towards Tammy (Jane Levy), his daughter-in-law and the only other person in his rambunctious household who values contemplation and repose.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repose
Noun
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From there, the church served as a resting point for many on an often-multi-state journey to freedom.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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Here, the white sculptural bench adds texture and visual interest while also acting as a resting place for guests.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
17 Feb. 2026
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The only way to heal from runner’s knee is rest.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Another warning sign that often flies under the radar is profound fatigue—an overwhelming tiredness that doesn’t go away with rest (something that many of us are quick to dismiss).—
Jennifer Shanker,
Flow Space,
17 Feb. 2026
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Bread dough The morning after Cathy and Heathcliff spy on Joseph (Ewan Mitchell) and Zillah’s (Amy Morgan) kinky stable tryst, Cathy loses her composure at the breakfast table watching a very wet dough (focaccia, maybe?—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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But Malinin missed his first combo and could never regain his composure in what was likely his worst performance in a major competition in quite some time.—
John Cherwa,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Aulden’s periods of sleep regression also put Humphries in a difficult position.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
14 Feb. 2026
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The researchers ran an online survey asking runners to track their training and injury status every week for 26 weeks, while also filling out a weekly questionnaire about the quality and quantity of their sleep.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
14 Feb. 2026
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Rafael Manuel’s Filipiñana opens with a provocation coyly disguised as serenity.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Oceana was rooted in serenity and calm, the type of energy Santa Monica is known for.—
Jessika Hardy,
Refinery29,
13 Feb. 2026
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The outdoor relaxation area boasts an antique sugar copper fountain and lush gardens.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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The food, the fireplace, the drink, the company, the relaxation — even non-skiers can appreciate a moveable feast of the senses, and the scene.—
David G. Allan Feb 15,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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But the glamorous noblewoman has not emerged from decades of slumber in a glass coffin at the Kremlin just to feast.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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Kelce will help Sleep Number promote its products as part of a three-year contract, by appearing in digital content, ad campaigns, and television commercials to talk about the vital relationship between quality slumber and performance-slash-recovery.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Repose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repose. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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