“Takes a breather” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RESTS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Takes a breather”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 4, 2025, where it runs at 43 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 3 times in NYT puzzles, first on March 4, 2025.