bedtime story

noun

Definition of bedtime storynext
as in short story

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Recent Examples of bedtime story Stars like Buzz Aldrin, Whoopi Goldberg and Mick Jagger certainly have endless bedtime story material to share with their great-grandchildren. — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 In testimony Monday, Woodall described being made to undress in Kiesle’s rectory bedroom during a sleepover as a fifth-grader, before being molested alongside another child as part of a role-playing bedtime story. — Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026 The once-dreary building is now covered by a brightly colored mural, depicting books, bedtime stories and the Howard family sitting around a table, more books in hand. — Aurora Sousanis, Freep.com, 20 Apr. 2026 Kids can also ask Alexa to play music, read bedtime stories, help with homework, or even create interactive stories, while a free year Amazon Kids Plus grants kids access to thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, and games. — Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bedtime story
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedtime story
  1. short story
  2. yarn
  3. narrative
  4. record
  5. history
  6. fairy tale
Noun
  • Take a common homework task, such as writing a paragraph explaining the theme of a short story.
    — Brett DeJager, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
  • Yates brought out three more novels in the 1980s, along with another book of short stories, Liars in Love (1981).
    — Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 July 2026
Definition of short story
Noun
  • Heigl said she's worked to cater the home to her hobbies throughout the years, including an art studio located in a standalone building on the property, as well as putting her extensive yarn collection on display in their home theater.
    — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • Notably, Italian fashion yarn manufacturers also play a pivotal role in fashion trends.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Definition of yarn
Noun
  • On Saturday, while wearing a crisp, new black Portland Trail Blazers polo shirt, Morant talked of fresh starts, a rejuvenated and nature-loving version of himself and the desire to change narratives.
    — Jason Quick, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • The story portrays the lives of adolescents today through their own eyes, allowing their voices and perspectives to shape the narrative in a genuine and convincing way.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2026
Definition of narrative
Noun
  • The first World Cup in North America for 32 years is generating record attendances, TV viewing figures, and revenues.
    — Chris Pope, Washington Post, 15 July 2026
  • Two Lionel Messi shows followed — including his setting of the all-time World Cup goals record.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of record
Noun
  • Four years later in the World Cup quarterfinal against England, Diego Maradona scored two of the most famous goals in the history of the sport.
    — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • For only the fourth time in the country’s history, England advances to the World Cup semifinals.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 July 2026
Definition of history
Noun
  • Its lacy layers, flutter sleeves, and antique white color also lend it enough charisma to play the leading role in a fairy tale.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 11 July 2026
  • The plan also reads a bit like a fairy tale in which world leadership suddenly comes together, setting aside politics, personal interest, and greed for the sake of humanity.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of fairy tale

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“Bedtime story.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedtime%20story. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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