as in napping
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
all that snoozing should have you well rested and ready for some hard work
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as in sleeping
to be in a state of sleep
snoozed through those long winter nights under a thick down comforter
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as in resting
to sleep lightly or briefly
she was just snoozing when she heard the knock at the door
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Recent Examples of snoozing
Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
In the background there are grazing topi, bounding Thomson's gazelles, and, far in the distance, a snoozing pride of lions.
—Tom Vanderbilt, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
The testing period went on for weeks and included lots of slobbering, chewing, snuggling, snoozing, batting and chasing.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025
Trying to make a bundle purchase out of this so as to completely revamp your snoozing sanctuary?
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Ed Silverman, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
Rather, the cast spend their nights snoozing (or restless) at the Courtyard by Marriott in Inverness.
—Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
But short sleepers, who make up less than one per cent of the population, spend significantly less time snoozing without any apparent health consequences.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
One guy wearing a World Series of Poker cap was snoozing just a few feet from Circa’s Sports Gambling Hall of Fame, which features plaques commemorating America’s betting behemoths, including several men who live overseas for fear of prosecution.
—Jasper Craven, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
My intention in 2026 is not to stop snoozing my cell phone alarm, but to manage getting ready quickly and efficiently without cutting into any sleep.
—Vanessa Santos, Glamour, 19 Jan. 2026
Prefer to spend the day snoozing by the pool while your friends opt to zip down waterslides together?
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
The clip shows Kali lashing out at first, before showing her calmy laying with the dogs and snoozing beside her many siblings.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
For longtime locals and visiting cat lovers alike, each store offers not just merchandise but a furry personality greeting you at the door or snoozing in your way.
—Emily Curiel, Kansas City Star, 18 Nov. 2025
Noun
Earplugs, thick rugs, and soundproof curtains can all help to reduce sound rather than add to it, and may all help to improve the quality of your overall snoozing.
—Laura Kiniry, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
In the background there are grazing topi, bounding Thomson's gazelles, and, far in the distance, a snoozing pride of lions.
—Tom Vanderbilt, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
The testing period went on for weeks and included lots of slobbering, chewing, snuggling, snoozing, batting and chasing.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025
Trying to make a bundle purchase out of this so as to completely revamp your snoozing sanctuary?
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Clear, blue skies and tolerable temperatures are enveloping the Pharmalot campus this morning, where the official mascots are snoozing here and there after hunting for breakfast and keeping neighbors at bay.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
Rather, the cast spend their nights snoozing (or restless) at the Courtyard by Marriott in Inverness.
—Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
But short sleepers, who make up less than one per cent of the population, spend significantly less time snoozing without any apparent health consequences.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
One guy wearing a World Series of Poker cap was snoozing just a few feet from Circa’s Sports Gambling Hall of Fame, which features plaques commemorating America’s betting behemoths, including several men who live overseas for fear of prosecution.
—Jasper Craven, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
My intention in 2026 is not to stop snoozing my cell phone alarm, but to manage getting ready quickly and efficiently without cutting into any sleep.
—Vanessa Santos, Glamour, 19 Jan. 2026
Prefer to spend the day snoozing by the pool while your friends opt to zip down waterslides together?
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
The clip shows Kali lashing out at first, before showing her calmy laying with the dogs and snoozing beside her many siblings.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
For longtime locals and visiting cat lovers alike, each store offers not just merchandise but a furry personality greeting you at the door or snoozing in your way.
—Emily Curiel, Kansas City Star, 18 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snoozing
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United Airlines announced a brand new seat option for travelers that made napping and stretching out on a plane a whole lot easier.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Mar. 2026
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These sleepy puppies are right there with you—expert-level napping, zero meetings required.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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Despite her difficult start, Kaiko has since been recovering in her new home, with the viral video capturing a quiet but significant milestone—her first night sleeping indoors.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The suspect was stuck in the shoulder while a stray bullet grazed a sleeping 71-year-old in a near by home.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There is mopping, dusting, cutting, resting going on.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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The crew's sleeping arrangement involves attaching sleeping bags to the walls of the craft and resting for eight hours, according to NASA.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Getting enough sleep is vital to your enjoyment of the rest of life!—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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And our sleep quality has a direct correlation to our comfort and sleep environment.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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New Era, a 200-bed facility, has had recurring outbreaks of Legionella, the bacteria that grow within water and air conditioning systems and can cause Legionnaires’ Disease, records show.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The sight of a heated and jet-equipped hydrotherapy pool greets you at check in, and is flanked by relaxation day beds, a sauna, and a steam room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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The 7-foot forward emerged from a season-long slumber at the most opportune time, finishing with 17 points, six rebounds and two blocks in a season-high 28 minutes off the bench after losing his starting spot to freshman Tae Simmons (eight points, eight rebounds).—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ever since that fateful 1950s day in New Jersey when Steve Spielberg's father roused him from slumber to take a late-night rural drive out to watch a spectacular shooting star show, the legendary filmmaker has been fascinated with outer space and the mysteries of the cosmos.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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For rest and relaxation, there’s a fitness and aquatic suite that includes an indoor pool, a hot tub, and both sauna and steam rooms.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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Because the body is preparing for rest, your metabolism and digestion slow down, too.—
Desireé Oostland,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There’s no dozing off in his sessions.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Snoozing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snoozing. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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