A rest, pause, or respite.
Enough distance so that one can feel unfettered.
Sufficient space or a span of time in which to recover one's breath.
A period of time when someone is unavailable for work.
A dismissal of employees from their jobs because of tightened budgetary constraints or work shortage (not due to poor performance or misconduct).
A short pass that has been rolled in front of another player for them to kick.
A bet that is laid off, i.e. placed with another bookmaker in order to reduce risk.