breather

Example Sentences

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The powerful stock-market rally took a breather on Wednesday after a solid stretch of gains.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

But head coach Sergej Jakirovic will be sitting out the Sin City jaunt as he takes a more peaceful breather before the bright lights of the Premier League beckon.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

A relatively quiet week lies ahead in China, as investors take a breather following a series of major diplomatic summits in Beijing and the release of key economic-activity data earlier this month.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Colbert has been coy about his next steps but announced he will be a writer on a forthcoming "Lord of the Rings" movie -- as well as lying down and taking a breather.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Down below, Cluny squatted against the wall, glad of the chance to take a breather.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques