Both Uses of
respite
in
Measure for Measure
- O, injurious law, That respites me a life whose very comfort Is still a dying horror!†
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- To make you understand this in a manifested effect, I crave but four days' respite; for the which you are to do me both a present and a dangerous courtesy.†
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Definition:
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(respite) a temporary relief from harm or discomfort