repose (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /rɪˈpoʊz/
Definition
To rest or sleep.
Examples
The weary travelers decided to repose in the shade of the large oak tree.
He needed a few days to repose his mind after the stressful exam period.
After the surgery, the patient was advised to repose for at least a week.
How to Use repose
- repose in (prepositional phrase)
- To rest or be situated in a particular place or state. — "The ancient ruins repose in the desert landscape."
- repose confidence in (collocation)
- To trust someone or something. — "We repose confidence in the committee's decision."
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