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Respite

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Definitions for Respite

noun
a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
Synonyms
reprieve
noun
a pause from doing something (as work)
Synonyms
recess break time out
Examples
  1. we took a 10-minute break
  2. he took time out to recuperate
noun
an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
Synonyms
suspension reprieve hiatus abatement
noun
a pause for relaxation
Synonyms
rest relief rest period
Examples
  1. people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
noun
the act of reprieving
Synonyms
reprieve
Examples
  1. postponing or remitting punishment
verb
postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution
Synonyms
reprieve

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