CEFR B2

repose

verb

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: rest, relax, slumber, lounge, recuperate

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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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