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taking a break

ADJECTIVE

resting

Synonyms

STRONG

crashed dozing dreaming drowsing lounging napping quiet recessing reclining relaxing reposing sleeping snoozing unwinding

WEAK

asleep at ease at rest comfortable lying down stretched-out taking it easy

Antonyms

WEAK

active

Example Sentences

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What’s weird and slightly clumsy is that he said he was taking a break from his golf game only to show up on the course with another friend/potential client.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

One of the most celebrated images of the 1930s captures a crew of workers, taking a break high above Manhattan.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

"For me, it's ridiculous," the goalkeeper added, taking a break from palming away shots struck by friends wearing colorful Brazil and Barcelona jerseys.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

The inquiry heard Calocane was due to return to studies in September 2021 after taking a break due to his mental health.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Maybe she was just taking a break and would say the rest later.

From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña

taking a break

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