time-out

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Noun time-out has 1 sense

respite, recess, break, time out - a pause from doing something (as work); "we took a 10-minute break"; "he took time out to recuperate"
--₁ is a kind of pause, intermission, break, interruption, suspension; pause
--₁ is a part of athletic game
--₁ has particulars: spring break

Definitions from the Web

Term: Time Out

Definition:

A period of rest or pause, typically used to relax, recharge, or reflect.

It can also refer to a disciplinary action where a person, typically a child, is temporarily separated from an activity or group as a consequence for misbehavior.

Senses:

Noun: A break or interruption from the usual routine, often taken to relax or refocus.
Noun: A disciplinary technique involving the temporary removal of a person from an activity or group.
Verb: To take a break or pause from an activity, usually to rest or regain composure.

Examples:

Noun - Sense 1:

I need to take some time out from work to de-stress.
After a long week, she decided to have a time out at the spa.

Noun - Sense 2:

The teacher gave him a time out for constantly disrupting the class.
As a disciplinary measure, the child was put in time out for hitting another student.

Verb:

He decided to time out from his busy schedule and enjoy a peaceful walk in the park.
When things became overwhelming, she would time out by meditating for a few minutes.

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