as in sleeping
being in a state of suspended consciousness
the resting cat was curled up in my favorite chair
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as in napping
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
the hyena is ready to scavenge again after its brief resting
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as in basking
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 dozing
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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as in basing
to find a basis
you're resting your argument on a faulty premise
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Recent Examples of resting
Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Feb. 2026
This is a condition where, due to stress or hormonal changes, the body puts the hair follicles into a resting phase.
—Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
Taking minoxidil orally can support the hair follicle cycle and trigger anagen (the resting phase) prematurely.
—Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 23 Sep. 2025
During the resting phase, hair stops growing and will shed, or fall out.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
Green Bay could finish as high as sixth in the NFC if the resting Rams lose to the 49ers, potentially setting up a first-round matchup against the division-rival Lions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
In this condition, a lot of the hairs all over the scalp going into the resting phase all at once–this is seen clinically as an abrupt significant increase in shedding.
—Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 4 Aug. 2023
More muscle means more metabolically demanding muscle cells, which translates into a higher resting metabolism.
—Emily Willingham, Scientific American, 14 June 2023
Rachel Treisman, NPR, 10 June 2026
Set in 10th century Vietnam, the film follows seven warriors on a secret mission to create a strategic diversion to ensure that the final resting place of Vietnam’s first Emperor remains an eternal mystery.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 9 June 2026
Built roughly 4,500 years ago as the eternal resting place of Egypt’s great pharaohs, the Pyramids of Giza remain among the most recognizable monuments on Earth — even though neither the pharaohs nor their treasures are still inside.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Navy officials emphasized that the site represents the final resting place of 83 sailors who lost their lives during the war and should be treated as a war grave.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
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
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
Meanwhile, the cemetery – the final resting place for more than 400,000 service members, veterans and their eligible dependents – continues to conduct up to 30 burials each weekday.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 23 May 2026
The site, now 350 acres, dates back to 1928 and is the final resting place for many Catholic families along with clergy who served in Metro Detroit.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Dan Greene, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
Holding hands, sitting close together, or resting a hand on your partner's arm can signal to both of your nervous systems that no one is actually in danger.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 11 June 2026
Their eyes are half shut, mouths in a faint smile, with two fingers resting on their right cheeks.
—Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 11 June 2026
The area's shape, akin to the letter V, could also have funneled the remains to their resting spot, the authors wrote.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Last month, at a downtown park where homeless people are allowed to stay overnight, Harley Ransom was resting in his tent and said he's seen aggressive tactics.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
In some of the photos, Lester and Wolpert had their heads bent toward each other, with the Four Seasons actress' hands resting gently on her partner's face.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Suitable gifts for this guy—a barbecue blanket for resting meats, or a selection of dry rubs geared to smoking.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Once onboard your pet, both male and female fleas feed at the first opportunity, typically when your pet is resting, says Benson.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Adjective
That’s because when the body experiences physical stress, including losing weight quickly, more hairs can shift into a resting phase and fall out a few months later — typically two to three months after the event, Rossi explains.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Feb. 2026
This is a condition where, due to stress or hormonal changes, the body puts the hair follicles into a resting phase.
—Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
Taking minoxidil orally can support the hair follicle cycle and trigger anagen (the resting phase) prematurely.
—Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 23 Sep. 2025
During the resting phase, hair stops growing and will shed, or fall out.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
Green Bay could finish as high as sixth in the NFC if the resting Rams lose to the 49ers, potentially setting up a first-round matchup against the division-rival Lions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
In this condition, a lot of the hairs all over the scalp going into the resting phase all at once–this is seen clinically as an abrupt significant increase in shedding.
—Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 4 Aug. 2023
More muscle means more metabolically demanding muscle cells, which translates into a higher resting metabolism.
—Emily Willingham, Scientific American, 14 June 2023
Noun
That's because the 250-foot structure would be built on a roundabout near the main entrance to Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place for over 400,000 active-duty service members, veterans and their families.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 10 June 2026
Set in 10th century Vietnam, the film follows seven warriors on a secret mission to create a strategic diversion to ensure that the final resting place of Vietnam’s first Emperor remains an eternal mystery.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 9 June 2026
Built roughly 4,500 years ago as the eternal resting place of Egypt’s great pharaohs, the Pyramids of Giza remain among the most recognizable monuments on Earth — even though neither the pharaohs nor their treasures are still inside.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Navy officials emphasized that the site represents the final resting place of 83 sailors who lost their lives during the war and should be treated as a war grave.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
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
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
Meanwhile, the cemetery – the final resting place for more than 400,000 service members, veterans and their eligible dependents – continues to conduct up to 30 burials each weekday.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 23 May 2026
The site, now 350 acres, dates back to 1928 and is the final resting place for many Catholic families along with clergy who served in Metro Detroit.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Verb
Even with Morocco resting key players, the day’s match was not much of a competition.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
Holding hands, sitting close together, or resting a hand on your partner's arm can signal to both of your nervous systems that no one is actually in danger.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 11 June 2026
Their eyes are half shut, mouths in a faint smile, with two fingers resting on their right cheeks.
—Anthony Kuhn, NPR, 11 June 2026
The area's shape, akin to the letter V, could also have funneled the remains to their resting spot, the authors wrote.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Last month, at a downtown park where homeless people are allowed to stay overnight, Harley Ransom was resting in his tent and said he's seen aggressive tactics.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
In some of the photos, Lester and Wolpert had their heads bent toward each other, with the Four Seasons actress' hands resting gently on her partner's face.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Suitable gifts for this guy—a barbecue blanket for resting meats, or a selection of dry rubs geared to smoking.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Once onboard your pet, both male and female fleas feed at the first opportunity, typically when your pet is resting, says Benson.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resting
Adjective
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An autopsy showed that the infant died from asphyxiation secondary to a co-sleeping/overlay event with an unsafe sleeping environment.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As comfort was key in the sunroom and library where a daybed became a daily napping spot, the windows were covered in custom Pindler curtain fabrics to withstand the sun.—
Anne Hardy,
Architectural Digest,
23 Apr. 2026
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Morning naps were linked to about a 30% increase in mortality risk, and each additional hour of daily napping was associated with about a 13% higher risk, the study found.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Now, in the aftermath, legions of fans are basking in the glow of Love Story’s depiction of a legendary romance, wrapped up in nostalgia and style.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
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K’Andre Miller sat on the Carolina Hurricanes bench in an empty arena, cradling his infant son, Kashton, and basking in the glow.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Rely on simple, hands-off strategies like withdrawing only dividends and interest, basing calculations on your current lifestyle, or pulling just your RMDs.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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Jonah is basing a screenplay on the town and a father-and-son relationship.—
Ming Liu,
Robb Report,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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The suspect was taken into custody without incident, and the children were found safe and asleep in their room.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Trump has been accused of falling asleep at Cabinet and Oval Office meetings, though has denied several incidents.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Designed to help support healthier teeth, better sleep, and less jaw discomfort, ClearClub makes preventative dental care simple, convenient and more affordable.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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But there are so many other travel accessories that can make a flight feel more restful or indulgent, including a silk sleep mask, a comfortable neck pillow, or a phone stand.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Orange blossom Similar to lemon verbena, orange blossom is calming, antispasmodic (relaxing the muscles in the walls of your internal organs), and anti-nausea.—
Mélanie Defouilloy,
Vogue,
6 June 2026
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There’s also plenty of time for relaxing poolside and browsing boutiques built into the schedule.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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The rooms The W Punta Cana boasts some of the largest entry-level rooms in the Dominican Republic, each measuring 700 square feet and featuring a bathtub and king-size bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Easily walkable, museums, inns, bed & breakfasts, restaurants, a thriving farmers market and a variety of shops are all located in the half-square-mile historic district.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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