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Take a rest after the long walk.
What does Rest mean?
Rest means a break or to take a break.
Dictionary definition
A pause from work or activity; also, to stop working or moving so the body or mind can recover.
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Plants need light, water, and periods of rest to stay healthy.
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A short rest can improve focus before a difficult reading task.
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What does rest mean?
Rest means a break or to take a break.
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Choose the best word: Take a ___ after the long walk.
The sentence describes a pause after activity.
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Which word is most opposite in meaning to rest?
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WordRest.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningRest means a break or to take a break.
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Synonyms
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breakUse for a pause from work or activity.
relaxationUse for calm rest.
pauseUse for stopping briefly.
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