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respite

[res-pit] / ˈrɛs pɪt /
NOUN
pause, suspension in activity
Synonyms
STRONGEST
breather breathing space downtime hiatus interruption layoff letup lull recess relaxation relief reprieve truce
STRONG
acquittal adjournment break breath cessation deadlock deferment delay deliverance discharge ease exculpation five forgiveness halt immunity intermission interregnum interval leisure moratorium pardon postponement protraction release rest stay stop ten time
WEAK
coffee break time out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
continuation
STRONG
advance beginning blame censure commencement employment go hold punishment sentence start

Example Sentences

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This week’s sharp rebound in U.S. stocks is offering some welcome respite from the relentless selling that has rocked global markets over the past month.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

It found that respite care was "non existent" in parts of Wales.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

And even when I’ve been lucky enough to experience a respite from my illness, I’ve typically had to be on maintenance therapy to keep it in check.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

As the fighting on the ground showed little sign of respite, Trump appeared to be ramping up efforts to bring the conflict to an end.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

This isn’t mindless entertainment, meant to give us some respite from grueling work.

From "Red Queen" by Victoria Aveyard