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sleeping

Pronunciation: [ˈsliːpɪŋ]

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Learn how to use sleeping in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “rest”

(verb) to be in a state where your body is resting and your mind is not awake. When you are sleeping, your eyes are closed, and you usually do not respond to sound.

Example

I was sleeping peacefully all night without any interruptions.

Example

I couldn't fall asleep, so I wasn't sleeping at all.

Example

Did you sleep well last night?

Context: “state of being”

(adjective) when something is currently in the action of resting or is in a quiet state. You might say something is sleeping when it’s not being used or is quiet.

Example

The sleeping baby looked so peaceful in her crib.

Example

The dog was not sleeping; he was barking loudly.

Example

Is the cat sleeping on the couch?

Context: “activity”

(noun) the act or process of resting with your eyes closed. Sleeping is something everyone does to recharge and gain energy.

Example

I had a good sleeping session last night.

Example

My sleeping was disturbed by loud noises outside.

Example

How many hours of sleeping do you usually get?

How to pronounce sleeping

Pronunciation: [ˈsliːpɪŋ]

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