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Plural for a short break or intermission from something difficult or unpleasant
“The footmen are gathered near the stern, smoking pipes and enjoying a quick respite before clearing up.”
Plural for a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant
“Everyone is scurrying for shade and some respite from the sun.”
Plural for a short delay permitted before an unpleasant obligation is met
“This they did later, either on account of the French fishermen or at the instigation of the Dutch, and a year's respite was granted.”
(law) Plural for a reprieve, especially from a sentence of death
“On 6th June of the following year, a respite for the crime was granted to Tweedie and thirteen others.”
Plural for a break from work
Plural for recreation or rest, especially after a period of work
Plural for relief from pain, distress or suffering
Plural for a short sleep, especially during the day
Plural for the act of providing someone in need of assistance with aid
Plural for freedom from civil unrest
Plural for the action of delaying or moving at a slow pace
Plural for relief or happiness
To postpone or assign to a later time or date
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