day of rest

Example Sentences

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Sundays were my only day of rest, but even then I worked doing laundry, grocery shopping, going to Walmart, talking to people, getting to know the community.

From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026

Without a single day of rest, Yamamoto recorded the final eight outs of the Dodgers’ dramatic, 11-inning victory over the Blue Jays to secure their third title this decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

And then, on just one day of rest, a 16-pitch relief appearance to close out a championship.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2024

Many of the island's residents are members of various protestant denominations that believe Sunday should be a day of rest.

From BBC • Oct. 6, 2024

After one simple day of rest, I felt so much better when I showed up at the foundation the next day.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad