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Yes, respite is playable

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"Respite" Definition

noun

A usually short interval of rest or relief. See Synonyms at pause.
Law Temporary suspension of a death sentence; a reprieve.
A period of temporary delay.
An of rest or relief.

verb-transitive

To delay; postpone.

verb

To grant a temporary period of relief to grant a respite to.

adjective

Providing or being temporary care in relief of a primary .

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