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The phrase "ask for a respite" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when requesting a break or a pause from a difficult situation or task. Example: "After weeks of intense work, I decided to ask for a respite to recharge and gather my thoughts."
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Maybe he'd even ask for a toke, realising that he too longed for some kind of respite from the shattered dreams of his adult life.
Mack asks Yertle for a respite, but Yertle just tells him to be quiet.
They also asked for an extra six hours of respite care (which comes in the form of a regular lump sum so the family can pay carers to come in and help out) and requested that they be allocated a link family, similar to a foster family, who would gradually get to know Celyn, and be able to help out from time to time.
And the very first time we asked for respite, we were told we wouldn't get it unless he was being neglected; unless he wasn't being fed properly or kept clean.
I feel comfortable dropping by their lab to ask for advice, lab-related or not". The Upper East Side provides a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of more crowded areas of the city.
But built into Captain DeSimone's job is one of the best respites he could ever ask for, he says.
We haven't asked for or received any respite care, but are confident that it will be available when Jasmine gets older.
I take a bathroom break for a respite from all of the stimulation.
For many, the day was a chance for a respite.
His assistant, Jean Bair, was equally happy for a respite.
"It will be a chance for a respite".
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
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