sleepy

Example Sentences

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Monday's quake sowed panic in otherwise sleepy parts of Mindnao.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The campaign had been mostly sleepy until Pratt, who has his own extensive Hollywood ties, put in a solid debate performance on live television.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

That all spells exciting times for sleepy, regulated natural monopolies that control the last kilometer to the customer.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

I almost always add flaky salt, too, because salt is what keeps sweetness from becoming sleepy.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

A sleepy grumble issued from near the head of the bed: “Go away, Vosya.”

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack