1
: marked by, affording, or suggesting rest and repose
a restful color scheme
2
: being at rest : quiet
restfulness
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It's restful by the stream.
I hope you had a relaxing and restful weekend.
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Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024
One of its strongest features is its wind-down music, 10 minutes of calming sounds designed to get us into a more restful state.
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Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024
One of its strongest features is its wind-down music, 10 minutes of calming sounds designed to get us into a more restful state.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
With its customizable lighting, soothing sounds, and smart sunrise alarm, the aesthetically pleasing Hatch Restore 2 creates an ideal environment for a restful night’s sleep and even better morning.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2024
Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals for overall health, recognized for its broad range of benefits, from promoting restful sleep to supporting bone strength.
—Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Restful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restful. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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