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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
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
Sleep is just as important, Cooper adds, as consistent, high-quality rest supports the body’s natural cortisol rhythm.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
However, sometimes birds are still able to peck through, pull fruit off, or even slip underneath when the netting rests directly on the branches.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
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Noun
Private worries or a need for rest may contrast with shifting schedules, messages, or a deadline spike, which tests your disciplined focus.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
Sleep is just as important, Cooper adds, as consistent, high-quality rest supports the body’s natural cortisol rhythm.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Verb
Finally, let your potato rest for a few minutes before slicing open and adding your toppings.
—Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
However, sometimes birds are still able to peck through, pull fruit off, or even slip underneath when the netting rests directly on the branches.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rest
Noun
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The spa With 11 treatment rooms, including a couples’ area, and men’s and women’s relaxation areas with hydrotherapy areas, the spa is a substantial amenity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Make waves at this pool party featuring relaxation, dancing, an extensive lineup of drag and burlesque performances and beats by Mothership Connection.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Family and friends gathered outside a historic church there, slowly filing into cars for the long funeral procession to my aunt’s final resting place.—
Theodore R. Johnson,
Washington Post,
27 May 2026
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For more than 40 Revolutionary War-era soldiers, the long journey to their final resting place fittingly ended on Memorial Day weekend in the idyllic southeastern foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
25 May 2026
Noun
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Perhaps even a rag-tag group of remainders can put a scare into San Antonio.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
1 May 2026
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The best-case scenario would be for the Lakers’ remainders to extend the best-of-seven series with the Rockets long enough for Doncic and Reaves to rejoin LeBron James in that Big Three, either at the end of this series or the start of the next one.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
13 Apr. 2026
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Richards, who began relaxing her hair at 13-years-old, echoes this.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
29 May 2026
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The important thing with knowing the danger is to accept it and relax.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Verb
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High-end foundations get all the hype, but don’t sleep on the best drugstore foundations for mature skin.—
Jenny Berg,
Glamour,
29 May 2026
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The attacker on your network may not pause to sleep, strategize, or second-guess.—
Philip Martin,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 May 2026
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The report looked at a city’s cost of living, housing affordability, education, healthcare, weather, crime data and leisure index.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 May 2026
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The money is critical for regional travelers who use the 37-year-old rail line to ride to South Florida airports, commute to and from schools and jobs, and take round trips to leisure events.—
David Lyons,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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Halverson’s friends, teachers and coaches across Fridley supported him — with meals, a bed and more.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The sense of repose continues in the post-treatment lounge, a zen-like space with privacy shades around each bed, designed to seal in that feeling of restoration.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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“Rest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rest. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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