sleep

Example Sentences

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Then, following Samin Nosrat’s lead, I gave them time: an overnight dry brine of salt, brown sugar, paprika, and a little fennel powder, the surface quietly transforming while you sleep.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

He said he had spoken with parents who said their children do not sleep well, are anxious and are always on their phones.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Investors were “lulled to sleep by the long period of time without inflation shocks” and de-emphasized exposure to sectors that provide inflation protection, such as energy, notes Murray.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Was there any sleep to be had for Muncy that night?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

For the tiniest fraction of a second, I’m still halfway between sleep and waking.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler