midday siesta

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a short nap taken in the early afternoon, especially in hot countries

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  • In many warm countries, it's common to take a midday siesta.
  • Many people in Spain enjoy a midday siesta during the hottest part of the day.
  • After a heavy lunch, a short midday siesta can be very refreshing.
  • After a large lunch, he felt the urge for a midday siesta.
  • She always looks forward to her peaceful midday siesta.
  • The office closes for two hours each day to allow for a midday siesta.
  • The children were encouraged to have a midday siesta to recharge.
  • She opted for a brief midday siesta to recharge her energy.
  • During summer, a midday siesta helps avoid the intense heat.
  • In some cultures, a midday siesta is a common practice.
  • We plan to enjoy a relaxing midday siesta by the pool.
  • He found it difficult to sleep during his midday siesta due to the noise.
  • His daily routine includes a brief midday siesta to maintain energy.
  • The heat was so intense that a midday siesta was almost mandatory.
  • Taking a midday siesta is a cultural tradition in some regions.
  • We decided to take a short midday siesta before continuing our journey.
  • A quiet midday siesta can significantly improve productivity in the afternoon.
  • The tradition of the midday siesta is deeply ingrained in the local culture.
  • The office closes for an hour to allow employees a midday siesta.
  • He woke up feeling refreshed after his midday siesta.