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I HAD SOME REST. vs I GOT SOME REST.

Both phrases are correct and express the same idea of having taken a break or relaxing. The choice depends on personal preference or the context in which they are used.
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Last updated: July 28, 2024 • 43237 views

I HAD SOME REST.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that someone took a break or relaxed.

This phrase is used to express that you took a period of relaxation or rest. It is a simple and clear way to communicate that you had a break.

Examples:

  • After a long day at work, I had some rest before dinner.
  • I had some rest over the weekend to recharge my energy.
  • She had some rest after finishing her exams.
  • He had some rest before starting the next project.
  • They had some rest during the lunch break.
  • Apr 12, 2024 ... 58K likes, 86 comments - inthestardust on April 12, 2024: "Counting sheep Hi, I had some rest and now finally ready to work on new artworks ...
  • Eventually she slept and a midwife offered to take her while I had some rest. I'm not sure how long I was asleep for when a health care assistant woke me up ...
  • Aug 10, 2023 ... I could not drop the database due to the error. Now I had some rest, found a da_roundcube directory in the /var/lib/mysql directory. So I ...
  • Sep 20, 2022 ... (I had some rest seconds in there and I'm still slow changing to different exercises. ) It turned out that I forgot to start my workout on ...
  • Mar 11, 2024 ... so at least I had some rest! Bradford and I decided it would be best to get some food and then hit the trail. Geyser Pass to Porcupine Rim ...
  • Jan 3, 2022 ... And I had some rest and family time over the holiday. I spent some time with grandkids. I think everyone needs some "kid" time. It helps ...
  • May 30, 2024 ... What an exciting break I had – some rest, definitely a recharge and lots of rejuvenation! Despite the unpredictable weather, including ...
  • Sep 14, 2018 ... I had some rest time this weekend, and resolved to organize my herbal stuff. There's only so many times I can shift my herb bundles from ...
  • Dec 29, 2023 ... Since this time, I dry new filament and store it in dry boxes. A few weeks ago, I had some rest of a PETG role (less than 5 meters) laying ...

Alternatives:

  • I rested for a while.
  • I took a break.
  • I relaxed for a bit.
  • I unwound for a moment.
  • I chilled out.

I GOT SOME REST.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that someone obtained or acquired a period of rest or relaxation.

This phrase is used to express that you managed to have a break or relax. It implies a sense of achievement in finding time for rest.

Examples:

  • After a busy day, I got some rest in the evening.
  • I got some rest before the big event.
  • She got some rest after a long journey.
  • He got some rest during the weekend.
  • They got some rest after completing the project.
  • Nov 1, 2021 ... I also want to confirm if the third sentence also sound natural for natives. 1.) I have some rest on the weekend. 2.) I got some rest on the ...
  • May 18, 2022 ... People usually say “I got some rest.” I took a rest is very specific and means one time. Such as: We were practicing our lines for a theatre ...
  • Apr 15, 2023 ... 475 likes, 6 comments - lyssaurora on April 15, 2023: "Goodnight! I got some rest today, sent out letters and a couple packages, ...
  • May 13, 2023 ... I got some rest today, just not at night when I'm supposed to be resting. I've been told to take it easy this weekend, and I am trying. I'm ...
  • Sep 9, 2024 ... ... stayed home and it was wonderful. I got some rest, checked stuff off my to-do-list, we… | Instagram. Instagram. Log in. Open app. sterlingriggs.
  • Dec 17, 2019 ... I got some rest for a couple of hours after I arrived at the house and then I was connected with the second broker. The second broker was a ...
  • Aug 16, 2024 ... Maddy and the crew members were amazing in providing me with what I needed and made sure I got some rest. When I woke we set sail and maybe ...
  • Apr 29, 2024 ... Well, at least I got some rest and I'm up now. Phone keeps ringing and gonna get ready and head on out to the new office and praying God to ...
  • On another note, I got some rest this Veteran Day weekend. Got some new music as well. I watched the MTV Europe music awards, and discovered Gorillaz. They ...
  • Dec 7, 2017 ... It was so bad I finally sent him to the nursery so they could watch him while I got some rest. Because I was so nervous, I started really ...

Alternatives:

  • I managed to rest for a while.
  • I found time to relax.
  • I took a moment to unwind.
  • I secured some downtime.
  • I obtained a break.

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