downtime
noun
down·time
ˈdau̇n-ˌtīm 
1
: time during which production is stopped especially during setup for an operation or when making repairs
2
: inactive time (such as time between periods of work)
napping during our downtime
an injured athlete facing months of downtime
Examples of downtime in a Sentence
After a busy day at work, I look forward to some downtime at home.
The kids napped during their downtime.
We need to minimize network downtime.
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The couple have been enjoying downtime and travel since the Chiefs lost to the Eagles in Super Bowl 2025 in February.
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Natasha Dye, People.com, 26 May 2025
For your downtime Going out Beaches: Here are California’s dirtiest beaches.
—Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
Call of Duty is reserved for downtime after games only, several said.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
Then, for some downtime, book a treatment or two at Ixora Spa, where the gentle breeze and tropical scents will help prepare you for the next day’s adventures.
—AFAR Media, 22 May 2025
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Natasha Dye, People.com, 26 May 2025
For your downtime Going out Beaches: Here are California’s dirtiest beaches.
—Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
Call of Duty is reserved for downtime after games only, several said.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
Then, for some downtime, book a treatment or two at Ixora Spa, where the gentle breeze and tropical scents will help prepare you for the next day’s adventures.
—AFAR Media, 22 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for downtime
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“Downtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downtime. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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