To rest on one's laurels after a major victory is a sure way to fall behind the competition.

When I felt stuck at work, my colleague reminded me that a change is as good as a rest, so I spent the afternoon on a different project.

The pathology report noted a Walthard cell rest in the mesovarium.

We gathered at the old pier to remember Captain O'Neil, rest his soul, and to share stories of his courage.

After paying debts and specific bequests, the executor distributed the rest, residue and remainder of the estate to the beneficiaries.

At the close of the prosecution's presentation, the lead counsel paused and declared it was time to rest one's case.

The old manor's garden had become a quiet resting-place for weary travelers and wandering birds.

The technician adjusted the slide rests before placing the glass specimens under the microscope.

At the estate sale, she bought two Victorian knife-rests that matched her silverware set.

Under harsh conditions, the algae formed a resting spore that remained viable for years.