resting

Example Sentences

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The back features a genie’s lamp resting on an open book and a feathered quill with an olive branch in the background—symbols of peace, knowledge and learning.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ma insisted on him resting as much as possible.

From Literature

The goal isn’t to displace us, but to import communal artistry — Kenyan wood and beadwork can be found in the pathways, resting spaces and more — as a show of admiration rather than imitation.

From Los Angeles Times

His head is resting on her shoulder, and her head is leaned on his.

From Literature

The days of resting a few key players against Italy are long gone.

From BBC