Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
need-a-breather
phrase
/niːd ə ˈbriːðər/
Definition
An informal expression used to convey the need for a short break or rest.
Examples
- After working on that project for hours, I really need-a-breather.
- Let’s take a five-minute break; I need-a-breather before we continue.
- The meeting was so intense; I think we all could use a need-a-breather.
Meaning
It refers to feeling that one requires some time to pause and relax, especially after a period of stress or activity.
Synonyms
- take a break
- catch a breath
- take a timeout
- rest for a moment
