time-out :: Lexipedia - Where words have meaning

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n. (period)

n. a pause from doing something (as work); "we took a 10-minute break"; "he took time out to recuperate"

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n. a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished; "there was never a letup in the noise"

n. a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something

n. freedom to choose a pastime or enjoyable activity; "he lacked the leisure for golf"

n. freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility); "took his repose by the swimming pool"

n. a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"

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