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resting place

British  

noun

  1. a place where someone or something rests, esp ( last resting place ) the grave

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It is also an offence to disturb, damage or destroy a breeding site or resting place of an otter or obstruct their access, whether or not an otter is present.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

According to NDR, others have speculated that it's possible he was seeking a final resting place.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The ceremony took place at the historic Les Invalides national monument, the resting place of Napoleon Bonaparte, in the presence of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, top left-wing politicians, and other high-profile guests.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

As she spoke, Whoopi folded the magical towel, laid it down in a magical resting place and backed away, blowing on Jones as she took slow steps toward her abandoned chair.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

My grandparents, who would meet us out there, had never seen the resting place of their youngest son.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben

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