as in sleep
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself a toddler looking so innocent and peaceful in slumber
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Recent Examples of slumber
ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026 The 7-foot forward emerged from a season-long slumber at the most opportune time, finishing with 17 points, six rebounds and two blocks in a season-high 28 minutes off the bench after losing his starting spot to freshman Tae Simmons (eight points, eight rebounds). —Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025 As slow growth dampened ambitions in both countries, the AU slumbered without strong leadership. —Amaka Anku, Foreign Affairs, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for slumber
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As warmer weather comes to Mlochowski Forest, 30 kilometers (19 miles) west of Warsaw, thousands of toads and frogs wake up from their winter slumber and begin their meticulous spawning journey to the marshes, a few kilometers away. —ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026 The 7-foot forward emerged from a season-long slumber at the most opportune time, finishing with 17 points, six rebounds and two blocks in a season-high 28 minutes off the bench after losing his starting spot to freshman Tae Simmons (eight points, eight rebounds). —Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
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In a mood to slumber all day, to the tune of conversations held by cartoon mice? —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025 As slow growth dampened ambitions in both countries, the AU slumbered without strong leadership. —Amaka Anku, Foreign Affairs, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for slumber
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slumber
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Watson said smokable products – including pre‑rolls – are among the industry's biggest sellers because customers rely on the faster onset for pain relief and sleep.— Briseida Holguin, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
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Dust mites, dead skin cells, sweat buildup and allergens accumulate over months, affecting your sleep quality and potentially triggering sneezing and congestion.— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
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While occasional naps have been shown to be refreshing, frequent or prolonged daytime napping in this group has been associated with a variety of health concerns.— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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The toddler was napping in his bedroom, and Kloss didn’t want to wake him by moving him.— Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
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Somebody who is just living greatness and never rests on that laurel but is always pushing herself to expand as an artist.— Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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In Monday’s goalless draw with West Ham United, he was handed his third consecutive Premier League start as Ismaila Sarr was rested.— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
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Her mother filmed her joining the call from her hospital bed; Mavromatis’s attorney shared the video with me.— Irin Carmon, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
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The clip opens with the character Matt Hagen, played by Tom Rhys Harries, bandaged and bloody, lying in a hospital bed.— Denise Petski, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
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Morning naps were linked to about a 30% increase in mortality risk, and each additional hour of daily napping was associated with about a 13% higher risk, the study found.— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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In two separate selfies, the singer and actress cuddled with Emerson, while another snapshot depicted the newborn napping in her car seat.— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
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Her final resting place will be some 180 feet below the surface, but because the SS United States is so tall, the upper decks will be just 55 to 60 feet below Gulf waters, making this an accessible site for divers with various levels of wreck diving experience.— Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
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It was accompanied by flowers in the design of Minnie Mouse, all the way to her final resting place.— Christina Fan, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Slumber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/slumber. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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