to sleep
idiom
: until one/someone falls asleep
The baby cried himself to sleep. I rocked the baby to sleep.
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From Arctic ports bathed in golden light to sleep schedules turned upside down, here’s what to expect on this unique Norwegian voyage.
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David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The quilt is made of both linen and cotton fibers, which makes for an airy, breathable layer that’s comfortable, cozy—but not sweat-inducing—to sleep with.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
The DeWine administration cited driver safety as a catalyst for the project: officials noted that truck drivers who can't find a parking spot are known to drive drowsy or pull over to sleep in unsafe areas.
—Annie Goldman, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
Other videos show Gus a bit more closed off to the idea of snuggling, but if there's a will, there's a way, and Taco makes sure to find his way in to sleep right next to Gus.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
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David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The quilt is made of both linen and cotton fibers, which makes for an airy, breathable layer that’s comfortable, cozy—but not sweat-inducing—to sleep with.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
The DeWine administration cited driver safety as a catalyst for the project: officials noted that truck drivers who can't find a parking spot are known to drive drowsy or pull over to sleep in unsafe areas.
—Annie Goldman, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
Other videos show Gus a bit more closed off to the idea of snuggling, but if there's a will, there's a way, and Taco makes sure to find his way in to sleep right next to Gus.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
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“To sleep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20sleep. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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