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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
Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 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
M.h. Miller, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2024
In a sense, almost all of Manet’s and Degas’s best work is about repose, the glorious right of the nineteenth-century French bourgeoisie and the seed from which a thousand entertainments sprouted: gardens, promenades, dances, horse races, picnics, prostitutes, bars.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2023
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Noun
This contributed to beautiful surprises, moments of repose, and bold flavors on each day of my visit.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 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
The artist, whose portraits explore leisure and repose, has suddenly found success in the notoriously fickle gallery world.
—M.h. Miller, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2024
In a sense, almost all of Manet’s and Degas’s best work is about repose, the glorious right of the nineteenth-century French bourgeoisie and the seed from which a thousand entertainments sprouted: gardens, promenades, dances, horse races, picnics, prostitutes, bars.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repose
Noun
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Surviving on edge-of-starvation rations, the broken equipment bought them necessary hours of life-saving rest.—
Charles Pellegrino,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
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Look for office chairs with adjustable features, including an adjustable chair height, neck rest, lumbar support, seat tilt, seat slide and mobile armrests.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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Four years on, the Loom & Leaf hasn’t lost its composure.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Dolphins defense kept its composure and didn’t start tackling Bears offensive players once the Bears were delivering blows.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Aug. 2025
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Tossing and turning all night on an uncomfortable bed isn’t exactly the perfect recipe for a good night’s sleep, but splurging on a new mattress isn’t the only solution.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Some people also have anal itching that wakes them up from sleep.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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The intimate lobby has a soothing dimness, crafted to ease stress and establish a sense of serenity.—
Kinsey Giddick,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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But there’s a surprising sense of coziness, serenity and comfort throughout.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Photos from the family vacation show all the kids having fun together, while the adults enjoy some relaxation in the Florida sunshine.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The primary suite is truly a retreat, featuring a steam shower, sauna, and sculptural soaking tub designed for serious relaxation.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
4 Aug. 2025
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Neurodegenerative diseases are surging, yet our nation slumbers, unaware of the devastation ahead.—
Shahriar Minokadeh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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The victim woke up from his slumber and had words with Alcantara at the 145 St. station in West Harlem, police sources told the Daily News.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
14 July 2025
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Tossing and turning all night on an uncomfortable bed isn’t exactly the perfect recipe for a good night’s sleep, but splurging on a new mattress isn’t the only solution.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Use hardware cloth to exclude chipmunks from garden beds, says Owen.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the quiet of the postpartum unit, some staff shared that they had been born here; others told stories of celebrating the births of friends and family members.—
John McHugh,
Mercury News,
30 July 2025
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Moments of early-morning quiet in a deer stand are some of my favorites to recall.—
George Warthen,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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“Repose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repose. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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