slept

Example Sentences

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For the past few months, Michael Gilpin has slept in a small, prefabricated house he moved into when he got off the streets of Los Angeles as part of a major drive to reduce homelessness.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

On his final night in Mumbai, he slept with his head in her lap.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Participants also wore activity trackers so the researchers could measure how long they slept during the day.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

In Brazil, authorities alleged last year that some Chinese workers hired to build BYD’s factory worked seven days a week and slept on beds without mattresses.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The dogs fairly hum with energy, having slept and rested for a full twenty-four hours.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen