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Everyday Life - Sleep

Discover how English idioms like "hit the sack" and "forty winks" relate to sleep in English.

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to rest one's mind and body, with one's eyes closed

Ex: During the camping trip , we hit the sack as soon as it got dark to make the most of the early morning activities .
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to get no sleep

Ex: The unexpected car alarm kept the entire neighborhood awake, and no one slept a wink until it was finally turned off.
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to manage to get a full sleep without anyone or anything interrupting

Ex: Despite the noise from the nearby construction , she managed sleep like a baby with earplugs .
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to constlantly turn over to the sides due to having difficulty sleeping

Ex: After drinking too much coffee in the evening, he spent the night tossing and turning with caffeine-induced restlessness.
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to manage to get some sleep

Ex: The soothing lullaby helped the baby relax and get some Z's for a nap.
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sleeping so soundly that one cannot be easily awakened

Ex: She had been working nonstop for days, and by the time the weekend came, she was down for the count, barely able to get out of bed.
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a short, light nap or brief sleep taken to rest and regain energy

Ex: Whenever I 'm feeling tired and need a quick energy boost , I 'll forty winks before continuing my work .
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to start going to sleep

Ex: Despite the loud thunderstorm outside , pounded my ear and did n't wake up until morning .
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to get in bed for sleeping

Ex: The children were so tired after playing outside that they were eager to hit the hay as soon as the sun set.
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someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

Ex: The conference starts at 8 AM , so all early birds will get the best seats in the front row .
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rise and shine
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used to tell someone it is time to get up and get out of bed

Ex: Despite the early hour, she embraced the "rise and shine" spirit, looking forward to the adventures of the day.
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night owl
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a person who has a tendency to sleep very late at night

Ex: night owl lifestyle allows for peaceful reflection , and some people find it conducive to their personal creativity and productivity .
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used to refer to someone who is completely awake and conscious

Ex: Sarah woke up from a deep sleep and sat up in bed, finally back in the land of the living.
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(of a person) in a state of deep unconsciousness or sleep, typically due to extreme fatigue

Ex: The warm bath and cozy blankets made out like a light in no time , enjoying a deep and restful sleep .
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to sleep very deeply

Ex: After the busy workweek , I needed sleep like a log during the weekend to recharge .
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