The Clue
On a sofa, say (7 letter answer)
The Answer
RESTING
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Notes
The answer RESTING is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
Related Clues
At ease
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Definition
REST as a verb:
1. not move; be in a resting position
2. (rest, breathe, catch one's breath, take a breather) = take a short break from one's activities in order to relax
3. give a rest to; "He rested his bad leg"; "Rest the dogs for a moment"
4. (lie, rest) = have a place in relation to something else; "The fate of Bosnia lies in the hands of the West"; "The responsibility rests with the Allies"
5. be at rest
6. (stay, remain, rest) = stay the same; remain in a certain state; "The dress remained wet after repeated attempts to dry it"; "rest assured"; "stay alone"; "He remained unmoved by her tears"; "The bad weather continued for another week"
7. (rest, reside, repose) = be inherent or innate in;
8. put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying; "Rest your head on my shoulder"
9. (perch, roost, rest) = sit, as on a branch; "The birds perched high in the tree"
10. (pillow, rest) = rest on or as if on a pillow; "pillow your head"
11. be inactive, refrain from acting; "The committee is resting over the summer"