before bed

phrase

: before going to sleep
The kids like to hear a story before bed.

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The broader consensus is that being aware of light before bed matters. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026 To get proper rest, avoid screens at least an hour before bed and sleep in a dark, cool room with a sleep mask or blackout curtains. — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026 The latest TikTok sleep hack asks you to stand barefoot on a pile of coarse Epsom salt for 10 minutes before bed. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2026 Other Blood Pressure Friendly Drinks While hibiscus tea is one of the best heart-healthy drinks before bed, several other beverages can also fit into a heart-healthy nighttime routine. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 5 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for before bed

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“Before bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/before%20bed. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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