take a break
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Ariana Grande is finally set to take a break from the public eye, after years of promoting her two “Wicked” films, releasing new music, launching her latest tour and facing mounting scrutiny over her appearance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
While Nolan might not be resting easy, he told the Guardian that he plans to take a break now that “The Odyssey” is out in the world.
From Salon ● Jul. 19, 2026
Agarwal can’t take a break when it is hottest because she earns the most at lunch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
But, Wainwright added, the prospect of stoppages for thunderstorms in the evening could be advantageous for England, giving them chance to take a break from the effects of the altitude.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
FOREMAN: I think we ought to take a break.
From "Twelve Angry Men" by Reginald Rose
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