rest area
noun
: an area adjacent to a highway at which restrooms and refreshments are usually available
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Gary, 72, and Mary Weaver, 71, were both stabbed by the suspect, alleged to be James Thompson Jr., 22, around 7 a.m. on Wednesday at an Interstate 80 rest area.
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Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
If bringing a service animal, look out for the animal relief and rest area at the festival.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 20 June 2024
The Hall County Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to an Interstate 80 rest area shortly after 7 a.m. Wednesday and found the couple both injured with knife wounds.
—CBS News, 20 June 2024
The agency says employers have a duty to protect workers against heat, and should provide adequate cool water, rest breaks, and shade or a cool rest area for employees.
—Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 18 June 2024
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Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
If bringing a service animal, look out for the animal relief and rest area at the festival.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 20 June 2024
The Hall County Sheriff's Office said deputies were called to an Interstate 80 rest area shortly after 7 a.m. Wednesday and found the couple both injured with knife wounds.
—CBS News, 20 June 2024
The agency says employers have a duty to protect workers against heat, and should provide adequate cool water, rest breaks, and shade or a cool rest area for employees.
—Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 18 June 2024
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“Rest area.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rest%20area. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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