Respite and Rest

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Respite

Respite noun - A pause for relaxation.

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Rest is a synonym for respite in pause topic. In some cases you can use "Rest" instead a noun "Respite", when it comes to topics like continue, nap, siesta. popular alternative

Nearby Word: respited

Rest

Rest noun - Freedom from activity or labor.

Usage example: the coming weekend will provide some much needed rest

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Respite is a synonym for rest in continue topic. You can use "Respite" instead a noun "Rest", if it concerns topics such as relaxation, nap, repose, pause. popular alternative

Nearby Words: restless, rested, restive, resting, restful

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good	good respite	good rest
nice	nice respite	nice rest
brief	brief respite	brief rest
short	short respite	short rest
Other adjectives: little, quiet, well-deserved.

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