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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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That would continue on a live broadcast during the periods McCullagh was taking a break.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Now, Lopez said, she and Ezekiel are taking a break from autism therapy altogether, citing the experience with the Perfect Child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Ballerini added that taking a break from traveling and touring in favor of settling down in one location has also done wonders for her mental health—while providing her with the opportunity to forge new friendships.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 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

For some odd reason, he thought of a time when he had been on the mountainside, taking a break as he chopped wood.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park

taking a break

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