sandman

Example Sentences

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But when she was hit with the deaths of her father and stepfather in rapid, peak COVID-era succession, the sandman took a more extended leave of absence.

From Salon

Garments are dusted with a glimmering sheen, as if visited by the sandman.

From Seattle Times

Menopause, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and all kinds of mental health challenges can do a fine job of throwing themselves between us and the sandman.

From Salon

The sandman, it seems, works in nefarious ways.

From Washington Post

The title is from traditional children’s tales of a sandman who comes at bedtime to toss sand in children’s eyes to put them to sleep.

From Washington Post