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
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
After the breathing exercise, class ends with five minutes of Savasana, the Sanskrit name for the resting and restorative period when practitioners lie supine to relax, regroup, and calm the nervous system.
—Andi Breitowich, Men's Health, 1 May 2023
Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
Their remains are taken to the Dover Air Force Base mortuary for identification by the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System and preparation for their final resting place.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 7 Mar. 2026
There, the service members are prepared for their final resting place.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
After identification, the fallen, who were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command from Des Moines, Iowa, are placed in a casket and transported to their final resting places.
—Michael Dorgan , Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Julie Peterson was finally moved to her final resting place a few weeks ago.
—Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave Located in Westminster Hall and Burying Ground, stop by to see Poe’s final resting place.
—Gaby Iori
march 3, Literary Hub, 3 Mar. 2026
The fallout includes damaged reputations, irate customers and lost confidence and early final resting places at junk yards.
—Ed Sokalski, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
As the sun set on Valentine’s Day, Suzanne Somers’ widower, Alan Hamel, made a secret visit to her final resting place near Palm Springs.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Liann and Taylor are like mirror images of one another, each with a bent knee resting on the window and the other foot on the floor.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
The practice, which involves resting in a coffin for about 30 minutes, aims to help people relax and make peace with their mortality.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
This chili improves in flavor after resting a day; make it up to two days ahead for gatherings.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
The post featured a precious photo of the prairie dog resting flat on his back on a fuzzy pillow.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
There was Hell, in the middle of the cover, his right hand resting on his bleeding chest.
—Taran Dugal, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
The sheriff's office responded after receiving a call that the truck was in a ditch, resting on a power box.
—Chloe Rosen, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
No matter the sanitizer strength or over strength, cloths not resting in the bucks remains a violation.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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
After the breathing exercise, class ends with five minutes of Savasana, the Sanskrit name for the resting and restorative period when practitioners lie supine to relax, regroup, and calm the nervous system.
—Andi Breitowich, Men's Health, 1 May 2023
Noun
By joining and planning already underway for a new public cemetery in the canyon, a final resting place for local veterans is gaining ground.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
Their remains are taken to the Dover Air Force Base mortuary for identification by the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System and preparation for their final resting place.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 7 Mar. 2026
There, the service members are prepared for their final resting place.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
After identification, the fallen, who were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command from Des Moines, Iowa, are placed in a casket and transported to their final resting places.
—Michael Dorgan , Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Julie Peterson was finally moved to her final resting place a few weeks ago.
—Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave Located in Westminster Hall and Burying Ground, stop by to see Poe’s final resting place.
—Gaby Iori
march 3, Literary Hub, 3 Mar. 2026
The fallout includes damaged reputations, irate customers and lost confidence and early final resting places at junk yards.
—Ed Sokalski, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
As the sun set on Valentine’s Day, Suzanne Somers’ widower, Alan Hamel, made a secret visit to her final resting place near Palm Springs.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 22 Feb. 2026
Verb
In the kitchen, Wells grabs a round of dough resting in semolina flour.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Liann and Taylor are like mirror images of one another, each with a bent knee resting on the window and the other foot on the floor.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
The practice, which involves resting in a coffin for about 30 minutes, aims to help people relax and make peace with their mortality.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
This chili improves in flavor after resting a day; make it up to two days ahead for gatherings.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
The post featured a precious photo of the prairie dog resting flat on his back on a fuzzy pillow.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
There was Hell, in the middle of the cover, his right hand resting on his bleeding chest.
—Taran Dugal, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026
The sheriff's office responded after receiving a call that the truck was in a ditch, resting on a power box.
—Chloe Rosen, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
No matter the sanitizer strength or over strength, cloths not resting in the bucks remains a violation.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 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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If possible, take some time to journal or meditate (napping would also be valid).—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Few studies have tested nap duration time or napping strategies tailored to the unique demands of different occupations.—
P. Daniel Patterson,
The Conversation,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Frankenstein ends with the Creature walking alone towards a rising sun, pulling back its hood and basking in the light.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, some people are just basking in the meme moment.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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Price is well above both the 50-day at $453 and the 200-day at $455, which are now turning higher together after months of basing.—
Josh Brown,Sean Russo,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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So much of what makes the American celebrity version of The Traitors both entertaining and frustrating is the poor gameplay; outside of the career gamers, most Faithfuls are basing everything on vibes.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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While the main areas can be dramatic and flashy with the disco balls, string lights, and bold colors, the rooms are light and serene—the perfect places to unwind and fall blissfully asleep.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Since many hotels usually have a couple pillows of different firmness levels on a bed, falling and staying asleep won’t be a fever dream no matter your sleeping position.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The detainees describe a camp where an average of about 3,000 people have lived per day in loud and unsanitary quarters, diseases spread easily and sleep is a luxury.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Light, sleep, and meal timing influence this clock.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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High Heel Jungle socks combine luxury comfort with performance features designed for both active and relaxing moments.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The best lounge sets work for more than just relaxing around the house.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There are games galore to keep children entertained, plus a fabulous kid’s den on the top floor of the house with a huge TV and bed-like sofas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shawkat, with her warm, amused eyes and her mop of curls, is a perfect carrier for Mae’s air of abjection, flopping around her bed like a horny, gloomy Raggedy Ann.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Resting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resting. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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