respite

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  • February 22. 2013 from wordnet.princeton.edu

    respite noun english

    a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort

  • March 2. 2016 from wordnet.princeton.edu

    respite noun english

    a pause from doing something (as work); "we took a 10-minute break"; "he took time out to recuperate"

  • March 2. 2016 from wordnet.princeton.edu

    respite noun english

    an interruption in the intensity or amount of something

  • March 2. 2016 from wordnet.princeton.edu

    respite noun english

    a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"

  • March 2. 2016 from wordnet.princeton.edu

    respite noun english

    the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment

  • March 22. 2016 from wordnet.princeton.edu

    respite verb english

    postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution