Took a breather Crossword Clue

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Took a breather Crossword Answer

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PAUSED

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SAT

(3 letters)

Helpful Hints

(adjective)
1. not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

Hint 2: Clue Definition

BREATHER (noun)
1. a short respite
2. air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods of time

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

PAUSED
(6 letters)
SAT
(3 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
DESERT

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