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Recent Examples of siesta
Perfect as an afternoon meal—followed by a siesta, of course.
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Kamalika Mukherjee, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2023
Because of this, some big-name companies such as Google and Ben & Jerry's are already embracing the siesta — permitting and even encouraging workers to take naps on the job.
—Carina Woudenberg, Discover Magazine, 13 Nov. 2021
One thing Prue Leith definitely can't live without is her bed—and an afternoon siesta.
—Emily Burack, Town & Country, 2 Dec. 2022
In the early afternoon, when the heat was at its most ferocious, everyone retreated to slivers of shade to take a siesta or just sit very still.
—Henry Wismayer, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Aug. 2022
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Kamalika Mukherjee, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2023
Because of this, some big-name companies such as Google and Ben & Jerry's are already embracing the siesta — permitting and even encouraging workers to take naps on the job.
—Carina Woudenberg, Discover Magazine, 13 Nov. 2021
One thing Prue Leith definitely can't live without is her bed—and an afternoon siesta.
—Emily Burack, Town & Country, 2 Dec. 2022
In the early afternoon, when the heat was at its most ferocious, everyone retreated to slivers of shade to take a siesta or just sit very still.
—Henry Wismayer, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Aug. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for siesta
Noun
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While conversation sets and dining tables are great for hosting friends and family, a comfortable rocking chair can be your own personal oasis for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and maybe even a midday nap.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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If the Mom in your life is craving a nap or some solo time, encourage it!—
Laura Broadwell,
Parents,
1 May 2025
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“Siesta.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/siesta. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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