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For those sick and tired of work? (4,4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

rest cure

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'work?' is the definition.
(rest-cure is a kind of work)

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(Other definitions for rest cure that I've seen before include "Easy assignment" , "remedy for stress?" , "Soothing treatment" , "Prolonged period of relaxation as medical treatment" , "Period of inactivity aiding health" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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