The release following musical tension.
The transition of a nucleus, atom or molecule from a higher energy level to a lower one; the opposite of excitation
A diminution of tone, tension, or firmness; specifically in pathology: a looseness; a diminution of the natural and healthy tone of parts.
Remission of attention or application.
The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities.
Unbending; recreation; a state or occupation intended to give mental or bodily relief after effort.
Remission or abatement of rigor.
A short period of spoken dialogue in an otherwise sung-through musical.
The delay of appearance at court granted to a jury beyond the proper term.
A brief interval of rest or relief.
A reprieve, especially from a sentence of death.
To delay or postpone (an event).
To allow (a person) extra time to fulfil some obligation.