as in sleeping
being in a state of suspended consciousness
the napping children looked so peaceful
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as in sleep
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
some people think that napping in the afternoon will keep you from sleeping well at night
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as in resting
to sleep lightly or briefly
decided to let the kids nap for a few more minutes before waking them
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as in dozing
to be in a state of sleep
I'm just going to nap the entire afternoon
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Recent Examples of napping
Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
The discovery of this titanic napping black hole is a breakthrough for this theory.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 18 Dec. 2024
The conflict reached a boiling point when the mother-in-law was caught feeding the baby a bottle with Froot Loops mixed in after the mom had been napping.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Previous research recommends napping between 10 to 30 minutes—and not more than an hour—to improve mood and cognitive performance.
—Caitlin Pagán, Verywell Health, 4 Dec. 2024
Spotting animals came surprisingly easy, even the prize of two lions napping in the shade.
—Tanveer Badal, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
At least one family member will end up napping on the chair in the living room.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
While napping in the back bedroom, Charisse was awakened by the feeling of being touched on her hip.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 15 Oct. 2024
If your baby is napping during the day, try to nap too.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 10 Oct. 2024
Verb
The post also shows Sophia napping on their couch surrounded by Santa hats, and a variety of homemade gifts made for one another.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
The discovery of this titanic napping black hole is a breakthrough for this theory.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 18 Dec. 2024
The conflict reached a boiling point when the mother-in-law was caught feeding the baby a bottle with Froot Loops mixed in after the mom had been napping.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Previous research recommends napping between 10 to 30 minutes—and not more than an hour—to improve mood and cognitive performance.
—Caitlin Pagán, Verywell Health, 4 Dec. 2024
Spotting animals came surprisingly easy, even the prize of two lions napping in the shade.
—Tanveer Badal, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
At least one family member will end up napping on the chair in the living room.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
While napping in the back bedroom, Charisse was awakened by the feeling of being touched on her hip.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 15 Oct. 2024
If your baby is napping during the day, try to nap too.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for napping
Noun
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In a three-part video series, Sleep Training for Grown-Ups, Paltrow chats with sleep physician and research scientist Cheri D. Mah, MD, to raise awareness around getting a good night’s rest and how to enhance the sleep experience.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Sir Paul Smith commissioned Daniel Hanson to create the collection of double-sided silk prints made in England and designed in Nottingham–Hanson and Smith’s home town–which blend heritage and modernity and includes co-labelled bespoke dressing gowns, lounge sets, scarves and sleep masks.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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During the winter months, your lawn is either growing slowly or resting in dormancy, depending on the climate in your region.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2025
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But the infection typically does improve with resting, drinking fluids and over-the-counter medication.—
Christina Shaw,
Fox News,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Cara and Jacob are asleep on a bench in the hallway when Spencer calls for his aunt.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
6 Apr. 2025
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Screaming for help Most people in the Plum Bay neighborhood were asleep before dawn on Sunday, Feb. 16.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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If that wing was being used, there would be more beds upstairs.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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The team’s biggest concerns for 390’s recovery since July has been that the growth bed would be too damaged for the keratin to regrow and that the bone that supports the entire structure of the upper beak may have too much missing and grow back together.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In , the small cat curiously edged toward the new canine friend, who was relaxing on the couch, gently patting him with her paw and sniffing.—
Alice Gibbs,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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And to add to the messy situation, conflicting media reports suggest the company either is or is not relaxing its hardware hurdle for taking.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Experts warn against colors that stimulate the mind and could prevent a restful slumber.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2025
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Viewers on TikTok were able to see Cody lying on the floor in an innocent, still position, appearing to be deep in slumber.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Acosta, a supervisor for the Herald's makeup department, had worked at the newspaper for 25 years and routinely parked her van at the Watson Island park to eat lunch, read books or take a nap before returning to her job, court documents show.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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My husband basically takes a walk in the morning and then comes home and naps for hours.—
Eric Thomas,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Textile fiber choices at every layer of the bed can determine whether a sleeper experiences a comfortable or restless night’s rest.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Mar. 2025
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The midfielder has used the international break for rest and a full recovery from bone bruising to the right knee, sustained in the 2-0 win at Ipswich Town in the Premier League in mid-January. O’Riley, 24, has trained in recent days with a truncated first team group for head coach Fabian Hurzeler.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Napping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/napping. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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