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English to English noun
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a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort |  | source: wordnet30
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a pause from doing something (as work) | | Example: we took a 10-minute break
he took time out to recuperate
source: wordnet30
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an interruption in the intensity or amount of something | | source: wordnet30
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a pause for relaxation | | Example: people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests
source: wordnet30
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the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment | | source: wordnet30
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A putting off of that which was appointed; a postponement or delay. | | source: webster1913 verb
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postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution | | source: wordnet30
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To give or grant a respite to. | | source: webster1913
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