Crossword puzzle clue "breathers musically speaking"

REST, to stop work or activity for repose

(Tupi) a berry found in the Brazilian rainforest, aka palm berry, also ACAI

number five in sequence

one who plays the lyre

BYE, a pass to the next round (of a competition, etc.), also BY

CHIMERA, (Greek) a mythical or genetic hybrid, also CHIMAERA

DETENTE, (French) a relaxation of strained relations, esp. between countries