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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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And everyone is constantly sniping; the family’s resting state is exasperation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Pulling her closer, we embrace, her head resting on my chest, and in silence, we breathe our scent and hear the beating of our hearts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Grass grows longer in fields that are resting up to two months between being grazed.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

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

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

It is very crowded with snowmobiles roaring by and resting teams all around, so I don’t stay.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen