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respite

[res-pit] / ˈrɛs pɪt /


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U.S. stocks are back and fully embracing the artificial intelligence trade, following a brief respite triggered by faster inflation prospects and rising Treasury bond yields.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Most weather forecast models show that respite will begin next weekend and more starkly into next week.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The mosque eventually built a small shed for him as a place for respite from the heat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“Employers can offer flexible schedules and paid leave. Policymakers can expand caregiver supports, respite care and paid family leave.”

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

But this time as I thought of him a gentle calm settled over me, pushing away the shame and hurt as though spiriting me away for a healing respite.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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