nap

Example Sentences

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One New York Times report made the rounds particularly because of its opening anecdote about the candidate disappearing at a critical juncture because he needed a nap.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

“Parents are looking for a good nap on the way home,” said KidSTREAM founder Kristie Akl.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Their weekend offered drag performances, a crystal bowl sound bath, a disco nap break and 32 custom looks for the wedding party featuring florals, feathers, corsets and capes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The aim was to get him to have a nap, but he did not want to go to sleep.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Now we wanted nothing more than to take a nap in the afternoon heat.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall