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as in resting
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
typically the wealthy socialite spends most of the morning in repose, is served lunch, and then embarks on an exhaustive afternoon of shopping
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
enjoyed the repose of a serene summer evening
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as in rest
freedom from activity or labor
the doctor ordered a period of repose for the patient recovering from pneumonia
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
her repose in the face of the screaming demonstrators was impressive
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as in to relax
to refrain from labor or exertion
reposed in the Caribbean sun, enjoying her break from the world of work
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as in to hand
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
the Constitution reposes the power to declare war to Congress, and to that body alone
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Recent Examples of repose
Chloe Malle, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
Please pray for the repose of his soul and for all of us who will miss him so very much.
—Bluesky Social, 21 Apr. 2025
Catesby Leigh, WSJ, 11 Mar. 2022
At that moment, the camera reached the last plate, upon which reposed Bunky.
—Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 10 Feb. 2023
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Noun
What a perfect description of a hotel that works hard to make your repose as graceful as possible.
—Chloe Malle, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
Please pray for the repose of his soul and for all of us who will miss him so very much.
—Bluesky Social, 21 Apr. 2025
Verb
But Biltmore’s principal, 375-foot-wide east-facing elevation, with its six-inch revetment of Indiana limestone, strikes a masterly equipoise between upwardly thrusting verticals and a controlling horizontality that endows the house with a superb synthesis of movement and repose.
—Catesby Leigh, WSJ, 11 Mar. 2022
At that moment, the camera reached the last plate, upon which reposed Bunky.
—Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 10 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repose
Noun
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If your back starts to sag, rest and reset to maintain proper form.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
14 July 2025
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Located in a former Baroque palace estate in the Juárez neighborhood, this house is what sunny fever dreams are made of: a massive outdoor pool is lined by plush loungers, where the city’s chicest rest atop olive-and-white towels and sip mezcal cocktails and natural wine.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
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She was eventually taken off her flight and reportedly booked a new ticket after regaining her composure, per the outlet.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Stevens’s reflections on his years of service reveal what’s pulsing beneath his composure: the choice to look away from troubling secrets and repress personal desires.—
Mia Barzilay Freund,
Vogue,
7 July 2025
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On the show, the long-time parenting expert helped families address issues like lack of discipline, controlling behavior, sleep separation, disrespect and communication.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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The pajamas usually come with socks, but many first-class passengers bring an extra pair, or put the airline pair over their own for a snuggly sleep experience.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The images’ long durations fuse with the buildings’ cool serenity, making a bold visual statement about the self-consciously contemplative aesthetic of modernism itself.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
20 June 2025
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Your serenity will reach an all time high with the addition of a Rockaway Signature Massage, a complimentary wellness class, and an early dinner at their restaurant Margie’s.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
3 June 2025
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The class encompasses information about exercises to prepare the mother for birth, relaxation and coping techniques, pain control options, labor positioning, induction and C-section basics, recovery and welcoming baby.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 July 2025
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Several studies suggest that showers provide fertile ground for relaxation and free association—keys for creativity.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
10 July 2025
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Pair them with the Cozy Earth bamboo pajamas for a luxuriously cool slumber.—
Brandi Fuller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 July 2025
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Each room is also equipped with a fireplace, and the beds made with 400-thread count Frette sheets for the most luxurious slumber.—
Karla Pope,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
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Consider a clock alarm, don’t answer emails or messages in bed, and avoid looking at your phone for as long as possible.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
5 July 2025
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Going to bed at the same time and getting up at the same time keeps your body regulated and make sit easier to fall asleep.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Someone had accidentally triggered the emergency services feature on an iPhone, and an alarm sound sliced through the quiet of the New York Yankees’ clubhouse.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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If her body isn’t always willing, her mind and her heart are still keen on the sport, so Press makes her most valuable contributions now in the quiet of the locker room.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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“Repose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repose. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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