power nap
noun
plural power naps
: a short, rejuvenating nap
… he decided to take a power nap for about 20 minutes …—Paula Tracy
If you have at least thirty minutes to spare, taking a power nap can do wonders. … If you take a considerably quick nap, you can feel well rested and more prepared for the day.—Bailey Jensen
Even though you're only resting for a short period of time, power naps can effectively increase your level of alertness and focus. How? Power naps allow your body and mind to rest without entering deeper stages of sleep.—Jenette Restivo
power nap
intransitive verb
or power-nap
power napped or power-napped; power napping or power-napping; power naps or power-naps
The most commonly reported … strategy for combating fatigue was power napping at work …
—K. V. Stuetzle et al.
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“Power nap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/power%20nap. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.
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