She took a nap in the afternoon.

Meaning: She picked up or held a short sleep during the time of day between noon and sunset.

Choice of Words: Took means to pick up or hold something. Nap is a short sleep that is usually taken during the day. Afternoon is the time of day between noon and sunset.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• She took a nap in the afternoon to rest.
• I took a nap in the afternoon.
• He took a nap in the afternoon.
• She takes a nap in the afternoon.
• The cat jumped on the couch and took a nap.
• The cat curled up and took a nap in the sun.
• I took a nap in the shade.
• The cat curled up on the couch and took a nap.
• Rested on ice, took a nap.
• The tired dog took a nap under the shady tree.