resting place
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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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
Mr. Gallot expresses relief that the family of Johnny Hallyday, the “French Elvis,” chose St. Barts, in the Caribbean, over Père-Lachaise as the singer’s resting place.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025
Legend also casts it as the final resting place of pilgrims from across the world seeking salvation.
From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025
Indeed, the spot in front of the main verb is often the most natural resting place for an adverb.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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