1
as in slumber
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
neither of them has been getting much sleep since the baby was born
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as in death
the state of being dead
a grieving widower longing to join his beloved wife in her eternal sleep
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as in fate
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
regretfully put their terminally ill dog to sleep
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as in to rest
to be in a state of sleep
the baby slept for the entire length of the car trip found the night watchman sleeping at his post
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Recent Examples of sleep
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
In the immediate aftermath, survivors often experience shock, grief, anxiety and sleep disturbances.
—Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 13 July 2025
Patricia Villalobos, Architectural Digest, 26 July 2025
The city of San Diego has approved what is considered a Phase 1 plan shepherded by the La Jolla Sunrise Rotary Club to replace walls and doors in the sleeping areas, as well as other improvements.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
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Noun
Per the pro, those who physically need more space benefit the most from an upgrade, as factors like lie-flat seats, extra legroom, and better sleep quality can significantly impact one’s overall comfort and well-being.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
In the immediate aftermath, survivors often experience shock, grief, anxiety and sleep disturbances.
—Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 13 July 2025
Verb
Playing dress up The choice of white carpet on the staircase, separating the social area from the sleeping area, was another personal and bold decision.
—Patricia Villalobos, Architectural Digest, 26 July 2025
The city of San Diego has approved what is considered a Phase 1 plan shepherded by the La Jolla Sunrise Rotary Club to replace walls and doors in the sleeping areas, as well as other improvements.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleep
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The offense has entered a deep slumber that threatens to undermine the Tigers’ identity.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
27 July 2025
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The potential rupture in relations between Tokyo and Washington introduces a strategic dilemma for Japan, at a time when its economy is awakening from decades of slumber.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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In the first half of this season, two major league pitchers — Boston’s Liam Hendriks and Houston’s Lance McCullers Jr. — received anonymous death threats on social media and denounced them.—
Maria Torres,
New York Times,
15 July 2025
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His wife's manner of death has been listed as a homicide.—
Cameron Knight,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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Lawmakers have blown past the July 1 deadline to pass a budget for the fiscal year that begins Oct. 1, creating uncertainty about the fate of state support for CVI.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
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Is that going to be baby Franklin's fate in the MCU?—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
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In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Now Chapman will head to Atlanta to represent Boston at Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game, while the rest of the club gets a couple of days to rest before picking back up Friday at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
13 July 2025
Verb
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Sperm whales live and breed off the coast of the Caribbean nation all year long.—
Sarah Sekula,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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Screenshots from a July 6 Instagram video of a dachshund and a bernedoodle accidentally breeding and having nine puppies.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Banks, 51, confessed to eating crumbs from days-old popcorn while telling Jenna Bush Hager about her pastime of watching TV in bed with her mom.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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According to a police affidavit obtained by ABC News, Blodgett returned at 1 a.m., and her mom discovered her lifeless body in Blodgett's bed around 12 p.m. the next day.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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Corrections officers found the 37-year-old dead from an apparent suicide in his cell Saturday, days before the hearing, where prosecutors were expected to outline the case against him.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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His official return to the living dead came a few years later, though, resulting in one of the greatest horror movies of all time.—
James Grebey,
Time,
20 June 2025
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Despite Jill’s obvious issues, Lowes defends her character, who, like many in the show, faces an unfortunate demise.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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For a time, according to the dominant accounts of its demise, the postwar international order largely succeeded, especially in the West.—
STACIE E. GODDARD,
Foreign Affairs,
28 July 2025
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“Sleep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleep. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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