as in deaths
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
regretfully put their terminally ill dog to sleep
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as in rests
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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as in breeds
to engage in sexual intercourse
if I don't read the tabloids, how will I know who is sleeping with whom this week?
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Recent Examples of sleeps
New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2025
Bookish candles For the reader who eats, sleeps and breathes books, gift a candle designed with their favorite title in mind.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 11 Dec. 2025
Outdoor sleeps aren’t new to the world of African safaris, but this year, Basecamp Samburu took the concept to an exciting new level.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Vogue, 12 Nov. 2025
The reason so many people feel off track when daylight savings time ends is because light has a profound effect on the circadian rhythm, the body’s natural 24-hour clock that dictates when one sleeps and wakes.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2025
Instead, they are attracted to carbon dioxide, blood, and warmth—things that can be found anywhere one sleeps.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025
The sleeps are short but effective.
—Rowan Jacobsen, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
The one where my uncle, Amo Jamal, sleeps is on the left.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
The Spaniard eats, sleeps and breathes this fest.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
Sophie Morgan, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
This is especially key for anyone who sleeps without a flat sheet.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
The accommodation, which actually spans two houses, sleeps up to 10 and offers up lush gardens and a pool onsite.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2026
View gallery - 8 images Commissioned for a customer who wants to enjoy a nomadic retirement, the Tiny Birdy has a compact interior layout that sleeps up to two people and runs fully off-grid with solar power.
—New Atlas, 20 Jan. 2026
Fraud usually never sleeps, but these Chinese criminal networks actually do take breaks.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 20 Jan. 2026
Everybody bleeds, everybody sleeps, and, yes, everybody poops.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Jan. 2026
Mauricio Umansky, of The Agency, a global luxury real estate agency, has a finger on the pulse of the city that never sleeps.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
This lovable droopy-eared dog sleeps on top of his doghouse.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
The tent packs up and rides lengthwise on the vehicle but sleeps widthwise thanks to the fold-out floor.
—New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2025
Bookish candles For the reader who eats, sleeps and breathes books, gift a candle designed with their favorite title in mind.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 11 Dec. 2025
Outdoor sleeps aren’t new to the world of African safaris, but this year, Basecamp Samburu took the concept to an exciting new level.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Vogue, 12 Nov. 2025
The reason so many people feel off track when daylight savings time ends is because light has a profound effect on the circadian rhythm, the body’s natural 24-hour clock that dictates when one sleeps and wakes.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2025
Instead, they are attracted to carbon dioxide, blood, and warmth—things that can be found anywhere one sleeps.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025
The sleeps are short but effective.
—Rowan Jacobsen, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
The one where my uncle, Amo Jamal, sleeps is on the left.
—Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025
The Spaniard eats, sleeps and breathes this fest.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
And because this part of the city never sleeps, there’s always someone who is willing to offer directions.
—Sophie Morgan, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026
This is especially key for anyone who sleeps without a flat sheet.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
The accommodation, which actually spans two houses, sleeps up to 10 and offers up lush gardens and a pool onsite.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2026
View gallery - 8 images Commissioned for a customer who wants to enjoy a nomadic retirement, the Tiny Birdy has a compact interior layout that sleeps up to two people and runs fully off-grid with solar power.
—New Atlas, 20 Jan. 2026
Fraud usually never sleeps, but these Chinese criminal networks actually do take breaks.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 20 Jan. 2026
Everybody bleeds, everybody sleeps, and, yes, everybody poops.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Jan. 2026
Mauricio Umansky, of The Agency, a global luxury real estate agency, has a finger on the pulse of the city that never sleeps.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
This lovable droopy-eared dog sleeps on top of his doghouse.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleeps
Noun
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Brian Kohberger, who pleaded guilty in July to the gruesome stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, faced a conflict of interest issue with his own attorney during the course of his case.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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The Texas Department of State Health Services noted that at least 762 cases occurred in West Texas, resulting in at least two deaths and 99 hospitalizations, according to state data last updated in August.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The proposal rests on the false premise that allowing corporate investors to own and subsequently rent out homes is a major driver of high home prices.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
22 Jan. 2026
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Opened last fall, the resort rests where three ecosystems collide—the Mojave Desert, the Colorado Plateau, and the Great Basin—creating scenery that feels somewhat otherworldly.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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It’s long been said that familiarity breeds contempt.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The California least tern is a white-and-black bird less than 10 inches long that breeds only in a few areas along the bays and lagoons of California and Mexico and is in danger of extinction because of coastal development.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The last film ends with a massive cliffhanger where the fates of several key characters are not disclosed so as of now plot details and returning cast are unknown at this time.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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While the fates of the tax proposals remain uncertain, experts say the growing chorus of higher taxes in many blue states will cause business owners and top earners to consider moving to lower-tax states.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This carrier has been a lifesaver with our five-month-old daughter, who naps almost exclusively in it.—
The Editors,
Outside,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The centre-forward is increasingly aware of these situations, positioning himself correctly or attacking the right space to offer his team-mates an option when City are attacking the wide areas.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
24 Dec. 2025
Noun
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No reason was provided for the shops’ demises.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Nov. 2025
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The mission, the fourth of 2025, would also be Starship's first flight since May 27 amid a year plagued by explosive demises for the vehicle.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Sam Altman and Elon Musk have dooms above 10 and into the 20s.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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