sleep

Example Sentences

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Was there any sleep to be had for Muncy that night?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

It is the willingness to show both joy and discomfort that underpins their documentary - Laing describes himself as "more anxious", while Habboo admits she is "worse on no sleep".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The astronauts must adhere to a sleep routine to ensure they're rested for the mission that will see them slingshot around the Moon and conduct a battery of test maneuvers, equipment checks and scientific observations.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

“My sleep schedule is super, super weird,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

And on a seven-hour run with a heavy load it is necessary to stop and rest the dogs, let them sleep for a couple of hours and feed them, so that adds still more.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen