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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rests

/rɛsts/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does rests mean?

verb, noun

To stop or remain inactive; a period of inactivity or sleep. A musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration.

Example

"The hikers rested for a few hours before continuing their ascent. The composer used rests to create a sense of drama in the music."

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