as in break
a short period of time when you are able to stop doing something that is difficult or unpleasant or when something difficult or unpleasant stops or is delayed
The weekend provided a nice respite from the pressures of her job. a temporary respite
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Recent Examples of respite
Rent it on most major platforms In this graceful neorealist portrait of the immigrant experience, a group of men from the Mexican state of Puebla find community in New York City, and a respite from work and homesickness, playing soccer every Sunday in a local league.
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Carlos Aguilar,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Its glorious dumplings are a respite from the typical brunch menu and inspire you to break out from a food rut more often.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
The proposal also includes beautification efforts, including outdoor seating, respite areas, sidewalks and bike lane improvements.
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Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
The wedding night was supposed to give the couple a respite together.
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Susan Young,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Carlos Aguilar,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
Its glorious dumplings are a respite from the typical brunch menu and inspire you to break out from a food rut more often.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
The proposal also includes beautification efforts, including outdoor seating, respite areas, sidewalks and bike lane improvements.
—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
The wedding night was supposed to give the couple a respite together.
—
Susan Young,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for respite
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Jude Bellingham and Elliot Anderson have been subbed off in the 73rd minute, just after the players returned from the hydration break.
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Summer schedules, school breaks and birthday parties all share one thing in common.
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As a result, the world’s energy needs went on pause as oil and gas could not flow freely through this critical area.
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In the third round, Magomedov poked Pereira in the eye, forcing a roughly two-minute pause, and still no point came off.
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The World Cup is in a bit of a lull right now, as the chaos of the sprawling group stage, with its communal good vibes, gives way to the business end of the tournament.
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Atmospheric warming is diminishing wildfires’ nighttime lulls.
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The proof was in my Oura ring sleep score—96% and optimal restfulness.
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But restfulness dropped—my body noticed the break.
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“Respite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respite. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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