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resting

[res-ting] / ˈrɛs tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
taking rest
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 a break taking it easy
Antonyms
WEAK
active
ADJECTIVE
situated
Synonyms
STRONG
established located lying placed reposing seated
WEAK
set on settled on supported by
Antonyms
WEAK
active
ADJECTIVE
inactive
Synonyms
STRONG
lying reclining repose
WEAK
abed incumbent nonactive static upon
Antonyms
WEAK
active

Example Sentences

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With another bottom-feeding team coming to Crypto.com Arena, Doncic and the Lakers might actually benefit from resting the superstar.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

According to NDR, others have speculated that it's possible he was seeking a final resting place.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

"We're just glad we could provide a cozy resting spot in our store," he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Upon landing, the animals face strict customs inspections before resting at waypoint stables.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

High Walkers in top hats used their canes to shepherd souls to their proper resting places, while Low Walkers drove cages full of skeletons.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.