The Clue
Break (7 letter answer)
The Answer
RESPITE
Tags
Notes
The answer RESPITE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Breather
Reprieve
Rest
Timeout
Definition
RESPITE as a noun:
1. (reprieve, respite) = a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
2. (respite, recess, break, time out) = a pause from doing something (as work); "we took a 10-minute break"; "he took time out to recuperate"
3. (suspension, respite, reprieve, hiatus, abatement) = an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
4. (respite, rest, relief, rest period) = a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"
5. (reprieve, respite) = the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment
RESPITE as a verb:
1. (reprieve, respite) = postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution