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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
Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
To our future women leaders in business, healthcare, education, and government?
PHOTOS: CT mass for Pope Francis
Archbishop Christopher Coyne leads a mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph in Hartford on Monday, April 21, 2025.
—Angela S. Mattie, Hartford Courant, 6 May 2025
Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 July 2025
Water can be used to dampen and repose the body and paint can be removed or retouched.
—Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
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Noun
More than a simple accommodation, Aqua Bay is an empire of repose.
—Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
To our future women leaders in business, healthcare, education, and government?
PHOTOS: CT mass for Pope Francis
Archbishop Christopher Coyne leads a mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph in Hartford on Monday, April 21, 2025.
—Angela S. Mattie, Hartford Courant, 6 May 2025
Verb
Bill gravitates towards Tammy (Levy), his daughter-in-law and the only other person in his rambunctious household who values contemplation and repose.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 July 2025
Water can be used to dampen and repose the body and paint can be removed or retouched.
—Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repose
Noun
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Friday night’s 2-1 loss against Leeds was the day the first shovels went into the ground as West Ham’s relegation resting place is constructed.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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While there aren’t any specific ghost tales associated with this cemetery, the grounds serve as the final resting place of several early park guests, staff, and Southern Sierra Miwok Nation community members.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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The principle of relativity would later show up in Newton’s work as his first law of motion, where an object at rest would remain at rest and an object in motion would remain in constant motion, and would do so forever, unless and until either of them was acted upon by an outside (net) force.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Nov. 2025
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That is empowering — better rest is in your control.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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But the most impressive thing for me is just his composure.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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In recent years, he’s trained some of the world’s most accomplished investors, entrepreneurs, special forces veterans, and CEOs in the same practice — how to find clarity and composure amid uncertainty.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Oct. 2025
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But Hollub, for one, was not losing any sleep over it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Healthy sleep hygiene involves limiting light exposure, screen time and consumption of food and alcohol in the few hours before bed.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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Haven Well Within advocates mindful living and serenity.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
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For Black women travelers seeking moments of serenity and wonder, this experience offers both in abundance.—
Essence,
Essence,
28 Oct. 2025
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For visitors seeking rest and relaxation, spend an afternoon at Roosevelt Baths & Spa, a hydrotherapy spa that uses mineral water from the nearby springs to provide guests with innovative wellness treatments.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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Residents or guests who are more excited about rest and relaxation won’t be disappointed either.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
3 Nov. 2025
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Clocks fell back an hour on Sunday morning and many people may have enjoyed an extra hour of slumber.—
NPR,
NPR,
2 Nov. 2025
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The Avalanche power play woke up from its slumber Tuesday night.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
29 Oct. 2025
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This one strikes a mid-century chord with its wide face and retro time display, with an atomic dial and silent-sweep movement to maximize quietness.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
21 Oct. 2025
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But, unsurprisingly, his favorite aspect of the place is its profound quietness.—
Rosecrans Baldwin,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Repose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repose. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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