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Repose
01
peace of mind
Examples
A vacation by the sea provided much-needed repose.
After resolving his debts, he felt a deep sense of repose.
02
a state of rest or relaxation, free from work, stress, or responsibility
Examples
After weeks of travel, she longed for repose at home.
The garden offered a place of quiet repose.
to repose
01
to place something down flat or horizontally
Transitive: to repose sth somewhere
Examples
The vase was carefully reposed on the mantle, away from the edge.
When not in use, the ancient swords were carefully reposed in thin slots cut horizontally in the stone wall.
02
to relax the body and mind through inactivity or rest
Intransitive
Examples
I enjoyed a restful weekend reposing at the beach cottage.
After a long day of hiking, all she wanted to do was repose comfortably by the campfire.
03
to place reliance or confidence in someone or something
Intransitive: to repose upon sth
Old useExamples
Many chose to repose their faith upon the guidance of sacred texts.
He reposed entirely upon the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
04
to rest in death
Intransitive
Examples
The hero reposed in the family tomb, honored by his village.
The soldiers who fought bravely now repose in the cemetery.
05
to place one's trust, confidence, or reliance on someone or something
Transitive: to repose trust or confidence in sb
Examples
She reposed her trust in him, knowing he would keep her secrets.
The manager reposed confidence in the new team to complete the project.
06
to have a foundation or basis in something
Intransitive: to repose on a basis or foundation
Examples
His argument reposes on a solid understanding of the facts.
The success of the project reposes on teamwork and dedication.
Lexical Tree
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