rest on
Example Sentences
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Stories that rest on personal anecdotes always leave space for doubt, which could make the Times piece more of a Rorschach test for one’s existing politics than an election-shifting revelation.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
Both arguments rest on a faulty premise that no meaningful trade-offs exist between national security and economic engagement with adversaries.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
The older and more settled we are, perhaps we ease up on it and instead rest on our reputation and ability to deliver.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
Here’s a look at those races and the rest on the ballot.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
As it edged down, the sun seemed to rest on the river.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
