as in sleep
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
a toddler looking so innocent and peaceful in slumber
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Recent Examples of slumber
Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024
This duo of signal and carrier peptides is what gives Nocturnal replenishing abilities—and ones that last the entirety of your slumber, as opposed to wearing off within the first couple hours of rest).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024
Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
The debauchery gets cut short when the vampires struggle to slumber and realize that housekeeping swept away their ancestral dirt.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2024
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Noun
The layout of a bedroom can have a major affect on your slumber.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024
This duo of signal and carrier peptides is what gives Nocturnal replenishing abilities—and ones that last the entirety of your slumber, as opposed to wearing off within the first couple hours of rest).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
Volcanoes become restless and then go back to slumbering all the time.
—Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
The debauchery gets cut short when the vampires struggle to slumber and realize that housekeeping swept away their ancestral dirt.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slumber
Noun
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Otherwise, there are lots of easy ways to protect and improve the appearance of your skin, including drinking lots of water to stay hydrated, getting a good night’s sleep, and prioritizing sunscreen, Rahman added.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
8 Feb. 2025
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This is the time to shine for youngsters who have long forsaken sleep and free time in the hopes of raising a champion steer.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Feb. 2025
Verb
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There are napping cats and a human taking a cat nap.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
5 Feb. 2025
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Hotels in the area sell out; people who need rest can pay $10 to nap in a community center.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
31 Jan. 2025
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Today, Florida is sliding into secrecy at an alarming pace, and the blame rests squarely with Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state agencies following his lead.—
Bobby Block,
Orlando Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2025
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This break does come at a perfect time for the Blackhawks to have Jason Dickinson rest his ankle injury and potentially have him back after only missing a handful of actual games.—
Scott Powers,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In the movie, Meg Ryan delivers her iconic faux orgasm to prove to Crystal's Harry that women have no problems faking it in bed.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Fans first went wild about a possible engagement when Jenna posted a cozy photo of the two in bed and a diamond ring could be seen on her finger in September 2023.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Slumber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slumber. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.
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