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as in relaxation
freedom from activity or labor
the coming weekend will provide some much needed rest
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as in resting
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
after a long day, I lay down on the couch for a little rest before dinner
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as in remainder
a remaining group or portion
can you hand me the rest of those papers?
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
a beach resort that caters to gung ho exercisers and athletes as well as vacationers who just want to rest
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as in to sleep
to be in a state of sleep
the patient is currently resting, but as soon as he awakes, I'll tell him you called
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Recent Examples of rest
Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
It’s considered a slight advantage to have the extra day of rest, given to the higher-seeded team.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves rested almost all their regulars for the playoffs during a 132-126 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, as franchise icon Kevin Garnett made a special appearance for fan appreciation night in the regular-season finale.
—CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
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Noun
And following rest this week, Jared Bednar expects to be cleared to coach after getting struck by an errant puck in the face last Saturday.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
It’s considered a slight advantage to have the extra day of rest, given to the higher-seeded team.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Verb
Kawhi Leonard sat out for the Clippers to rest ankle and wrist injuries, while Draymond Green was out for the Warriors because of a bad back.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves rested almost all their regulars for the playoffs during a 132-126 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, as franchise icon Kevin Garnett made a special appearance for fan appreciation night in the regular-season finale.
—CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rest
Verb
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The bill currently proposes relaxing pesticide labeling rules and the potential preemption of states suing big agrochemical companies in cases related to carcinogenic paraquat and glyphosate.—
Thomas Heaton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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For many, a relaxing soak in the tub isn’t complete without a bath bomb.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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Well, according to a new study published in the April issue of the scientific journal Menopause, masturbating may help relieve some menopause symptoms—particularly mood changes and sleep issues.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
10 Apr. 2026
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Based on reviews of 75 Saatva users, sleeping on a Saatva mattress is most often described as supportive, structured and restorative rather than ultra‑soft or sink‑in.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Clippers and Trail Blazers finished with identical 42-40 records, but Portland won the tiebreaker based on its better Western Conference record.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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After speaking to the bakery over the phone, the couple was given an initial quote of around $250, based on tiers.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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The track’s performance yielded a show-stopping moment, which Karol basked in with fireworks and a colorful light show before wrapping up the performance.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
14 Apr. 2026
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Take in the two permanent hiking trails at your own pace, leaving plenty of time to bask in the vastness and solitude of the scenic overlooks.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Rest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rest. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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