fall asleep

Example Sentences

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The antlered escapee was eventually captured several hours later after falling asleep in the dunes of a nearby beach, before being returned to his owners.

From BBC

DUBLIN, Ga. — A federal courthouse in Georgia was damaged when the driver of a tractor trailer fell asleep and the truck hit the building.

From Washington Times

Anne Del Valle's first son would only fall asleep while nursing, and he woke up five to eight times a night.

From Salon

“Because I was too young to go out with them, I would just fall asleep on Jamie’s couch.”

From Los Angeles Times

My dad still listens to his old iPod at night when he’s falling asleep.

From New York Times