awake

Example Sentences

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They were less sleepy and could remain awake longer during simulated work hours.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

If you ask an AI, “What energy drink will keep me awake all night so I can finish this report?” it will likely recommend a pantry’s worth of caffeine-laden soft drinks, never questioning the plan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

The employee has denied sleeping on the job that night, according to LAist, and Office of Emergency Management officials said they only saw the employee awake and performing his duties the night of the fire.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

"Of course, I was awake until 3 am."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

I moved quickly over to Tess’s and Eliana’s beds, clicking the Chaos Cuffs onto their wrists before they were even awake.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin