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  • present participle of sleep.
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sleeping

[slee-ping] / ˈsli pɪŋ /


ADJECTIVE
asleep
Synonyms
Antonyms


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Then there's wildlife: a recent European study found Arctic migratory geese flew away from their sleeping sites in response to New Year's Eve fireworks and never returned.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

"We were sleeping on a mat outside the church last night," said Tran Le Tap, a 65-year-old saleswoman who travelled from the southern province of An Giang.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

Some mental-health AI bots are programmed to be companions, offering emotional support for everyday issues such as work stress or sleeping trouble.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Alison said carers now give her an evening meal and sleeping medication during a "tea time call" at about 15:00 BST and help her to bed for the night.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

I can text her. no response. calling. oh went to voicemail. maybe she’s sleeping.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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