slumber
Example Sentences
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But Miss Piggy was my slumber mate well past the time of putting aside childish things and replacing ancient bedclothes.
From Salon
Sleepiness eventually came over all of them, and without needing to announce it, they all lay close to the fire, close to one another, and slumbered peacefully while the wind’s angry tirade lessened.
From Literature
As winter melted away, the creatures of The Mountain began to emerge from their long slumber.
From Literature
Right now, the rascal in him slumbers, briefly glimpsed now and again behind dark shades.
From Los Angeles Times
Maybe you want to identify what messes with your slumber, such as working out late, or monitor your patterns over time.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
