Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with respite in American Collocation
lasting a short time
brief
momentary
short
short-lived
temporary
His comrade’s bravery had earned them a momentary respite.
enjoyable
much-needed
perfect
welcome
The inn served great food and a offered welcome respite from the rain.
give someone respite
afford
allow
bring
give
grant
offer
provide
The building offered no respite from the bitter cold.
try to get respite
seek
Seeking respite from her failing marriage, she embarked on a relationship with a neighbour.
get respite
enjoy
find
gain
obtain
The house provided him with an environment in which he could find respite from the anxieties of war.