respite

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respite  /ˈrɛ spɪt/ ? Meaning of "respite"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
  2. (n) a pause from doing something (as work)
  3. (n) an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
  4. (n) a pause for relaxation
  5. (n) the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
  6. (v) postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution

Synonym(s)

recess, time out, reprieve, abatement, hiatus

Usage(s):

  • There was no respite for the hapless defence as the forwards of the rival team carried out waves after waves of attack in the penalty area.

Quotes

  1. In her handwritten resignation letter to Bush, Townsend wrote, "It is with a profound sense of gratitude that I have decided to take a respite from public service."
    on Nov 19, 2007 By: Frances Fragos Townsend Source: Forbes

  2. Talking about GetHatched.com, the 45-year-old actress previously said: "I just want to create a go-to respite for women where they can find a shoulder to lean on. I hope what you get from it is a sense of honesty, candidness and the understanding...
    on Jun 14, 2010 By: Teri Hatcher Source: Post Chronicle

  3. Hughes added: "There will be changes against PSG. We will look to use the squad as we need to give a respite to some key players."
    on Dec 2, 2008 By: Mark Hughes Source: Sportinglife.com

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