The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
ATARAXY
Etymology
Noun
ataraxy (uncountable)
Freedom from mental disturbance; imperturbability, dogged indifference.
(pharmacology, pharmacy) State of psychological calm and tranquility, absence of discomfort, or metabollical inactivity.
Source: Wiktionary
At`a*rax"i*a, At"a*rax`y, n. Etym: [NL. ataraxia, Gr.
Definition: Perfect peace of mind, or calmness.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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