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

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

The cells produced higher levels of energy molecules while resting but struggled to boost energy production when under stress.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

But the OpenAI-Anthropic feud carries a unique risk with the fate of the still-nascent AI technology resting in just a few powerful hands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

The Israeli foreign ministry has said the building was being used as a "resting place" for Iranian forces.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Mom stared at her hands resting on her lap.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas

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