siesta

Example Sentences

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Animals go to their shelter, humans have a siesta, even plants have mechanisms to avoid an overdose of light.

From Science Daily • Nov. 18, 2024

Partygoers use the promptu 'hose' showers set up by locals, or take dip in the nearby Buñol river, before enjoying a delicious Spanish meal and a well-deserved siesta!

From DOGO News • Sep. 8, 2023

By donating money, people can trigger loud noises, alerts, flicker lights, or make things happen in a room to disturb the streamer from their siesta.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2023

Viva la siesta: Spain’s sacred afternoon break was once mocked as lazy.

From New York Times • Jul. 21, 2023

“No, no, niña, you sleep in here with us. The hammock is fine for taking a siesta during the day, but at night it’s better if you’re inside, away from animals and bugs.”

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar