awakening

Example Sentences

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Symptoms of nocturnal seizures can include signs of sudden awakening with confusion, thrashing, violent movements, screaming, or waking up on the floor.

From BBC

Americans who thought spring break would offer rest and relaxation after a tough winter may be in for a rude awakening.

From MarketWatch

But it was on one of these “trapping” runs that I got my third lesson, or awakening.

From Literature

"There has been a political awakening among younger people," she added, saying people were "very curious" about the parties, policies and candidates.

From Barron's

When sleep is repeatedly disrupted by frequent awakenings, shorter sleep duration, or pauses in breathing, the cardiovascular system loses critical recovery time.

From Science Daily