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sleepy

[slee-pee] / ˈsli pi /


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Monday's quake sowed panic in otherwise sleepy parts of Mindnao.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Then came the allegations against Swalwell, which prompted nationwide interest in the otherwise sleepy California governor’s race.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

But that oddly specific timing during a normally sleepy part of the NFL calendar owes to the league’s arcane salary cap rules.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

I almost always add flaky salt, too, because salt is what keeps sweetness from becoming sleepy.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

“It’s okay, Jinjoo,” her sister replied in a sleepy voice.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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