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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
Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 24 July 2025
After earning the distinction of the top-grossing Billboard Boxscore comedian for the first half of 2025 Sebastian Maniscalco has more than earned some rest and relaxation.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 24 July 2025
Geoffrey Knox, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Most also have wrist or palm rests and sometimes both.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Pain relief was also significant, and improvements were noted in rest, movement, and pressure.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 24 July 2025
After earning the distinction of the top-grossing Billboard Boxscore comedian for the first half of 2025 Sebastian Maniscalco has more than earned some rest and relaxation.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 24 July 2025
Verb
There was the usual chatter about 'whether to rest the starters or not', but they good guys weren't going to lay down and hand those cocky Patriots a 16-0 record.
—Geoffrey Knox, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Most also have wrist or palm rests and sometimes both.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rest
Verb
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Try to relax, rip currents don't pull you under the water.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
20 July 2025
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Today, this canal is a natural lazy river, at once a testament to the immense history of the land and a relaxing destination to enjoy the unrivaled beauty of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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Innerspring, hybrid and gel foam mattresses all provide breathable space to let your body cool while sleeping.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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Restless legs syndrome, a condition characterized by an urge to move the legs, is common in Parkinson's disease, as is REM sleep disorder, a condition in which people act out their dreams while sleeping.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
28 July 2025
Verb
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The civic tech startup, based in Detroit, would also be able to cover more elections in Michigan and create a more efficient app.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
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Each year, the Texas Education Agency rates school districts and campuses on an A-F letter grade scale based on how students perform on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, test, and other measures.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
Verb
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Having a selection of pool loungers included in your patio set up ensures a comfortable place where friends and family can bask in the sun, safely out of the splash zone.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
18 July 2025
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Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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“Rest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rest. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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