He felt much lighter and better for the brief rest.

Finally, however, even he had to take a brief rest.

After only a brief rest they started on their way again.

After a brief rest they walked on across the plateau.

Only this time it was just a brief rest, till the stars came out.

She allowed the company only a brief rest for a meal.

They had stopped twice for water and a brief rest, then continued.

After half an hour it was necessary to pause for a brief rest.

They took a brief rest in the middle of the morning.

Every two hours they halted for a brief rest and change of position.