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as in mattresses
a place set aside for sleeping
the sofa in the living room will be your bed for the night
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as in retires
to go to one's bed in order to sleep
the campers all bedded down for the night around 9:00 p.m.
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as in roots
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
a walkway of flagstones firmly bedded in the earth
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Recent Examples of beds
Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026
According to Gifford and Irish-Hanson, about 3 inches of mulch is a reliable guideline for most garden beds.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 2 May 2026
Pediatric beds in general acute hospitals are becoming less common, causing more patients to find their way to children’s hospitals.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Raised beds are an excellent place to grow tomatoes when the plants have ample space.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
Plus, the brand’s lineup comes with GOTS, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and GOLS certifications for extra proof about the beds’ quality makeup.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
The small mobile building, about one-third the size of a mobile home, has beds inside and equipment that would otherwise only be seen in hospitals.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 1 May 2026
The private beach club, with a restaurant and sun beds for rental, is just across the street.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
Included in that selection are swivel armchairs, compact loveseats, and platform beds with hidden storage.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Liam Inscoe-Jones, Pitchfork, 5 Mar. 2026
But Friedenbach does credit the mayor's approach to drug treatment, calling the expansion of treatment beds a positive step, including the opening of five hundred new shelter and recovery beds specifically designed to help people get essential drug treatment.
—Ryan Yamamoto, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
Bedsure Teddy Fleece Throw Blanket Give sofas or beds a cozy upgrade with this teddy fleece throw blanket that's available in a slew of colors, including festive hues like red and olive green.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2025
Beds that are completely mixed won’t have the impact that beds of one or two or three complementary colors will have.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025
But none of those operations could match the location and the great fishing off the Point Loma kelp beds that the Point Loma called home.
—Eric Duvall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
Instead, plant citrus and avocado into their own beds, including a dedicated inline drip irrigation zone.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026
According to Gifford and Irish-Hanson, about 3 inches of mulch is a reliable guideline for most garden beds.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 2 May 2026
Pediatric beds in general acute hospitals are becoming less common, causing more patients to find their way to children’s hospitals.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Raised beds are an excellent place to grow tomatoes when the plants have ample space.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
Plus, the brand’s lineup comes with GOTS, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and GOLS certifications for extra proof about the beds’ quality makeup.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026
The small mobile building, about one-third the size of a mobile home, has beds inside and equipment that would otherwise only be seen in hospitals.
—Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 1 May 2026
The private beach club, with a restaurant and sun beds for rental, is just across the street.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
Included in that selection are swivel armchairs, compact loveseats, and platform beds with hidden storage.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
His lyrics detail a process of active healing, gesturing at a contentedness that beds in as your 20 begin to wane.
—Liam Inscoe-Jones, Pitchfork, 5 Mar. 2026
But Friedenbach does credit the mayor's approach to drug treatment, calling the expansion of treatment beds a positive step, including the opening of five hundred new shelter and recovery beds specifically designed to help people get essential drug treatment.
—Ryan Yamamoto, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
Bedsure Teddy Fleece Throw Blanket Give sofas or beds a cozy upgrade with this teddy fleece throw blanket that's available in a slew of colors, including festive hues like red and olive green.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2025
Beds that are completely mixed won’t have the impact that beds of one or two or three complementary colors will have.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025
But none of those operations could match the location and the great fishing off the Point Loma kelp beds that the Point Loma called home.
—Eric Duvall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beds
Noun
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That widens the interior sleeping floor to 55 in (140 cm), which is actually wider than the mattresses in the newest Volkswagen California models.—
C.C. Weiss
May 01,
New Atlas,
1 May 2026
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With firm, medium, and plush options, the mattresses are designed to work with all sleeping positions and other snoozing preferences.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
Noun
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The industrial-chic interior features concrete floors and a grey granite bar, while the outdoor patio, separated by steel garage doors, has a 30-foot fireplace and DJ booth.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
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Poured terrazzo floors and rich hardwood run throughout, punctuated by polished concrete and expert millwork.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Superior Court judges, the ones who preside over criminal and civil trials at the county level, can stand for election if a seat is open, or they can be appointed by the governor to fill a vacancy if a judge retires.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Especially if Stafford is injured this season or retires in the next year or two.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This is a high-spirited opening for curious neighbors and travelers alike, with a mischievous sense of fun that firmly roots guests in their destination.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Louisiana dirty rice is a tasty meat-and-rice dish that roots its flavor in aromatic Cajun seasoning and the holy trinity vegetables.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 2026
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Ken Smith, an AT&T incident commander, pointed to the vehicles painted in AT&T’s bright blue—the display included trailers outfitted to accommodate kitchens, bunks, and showers—and the smaller array of vehicles in FirstNet black, most sprouting satellite receivers.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
1 May 2026
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The first-of-its-kind lie-flat option for economy passengers, laid out in six individual bunks, will be available to book in two different four-hour time slots for $495 per session, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure.—
Alison Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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The smoothing fabric is flattering at the waist and thighs, and the flare bottoms provide just enough of a pop of style to make these jeans fun, but still appropriate for just about any setting.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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The long-sleeve henley top and matching straight-leg bottoms are made of lightweight material that’s ideal for spring and summer.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
Verb
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This carrier has been a lifesaver with our five-month-old daughter, who naps almost exclusively in it.—
The Editors,
Outside,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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While Xugana was one of the first Delta lodges to open in 1974 as part of the Desert & Delta portfolio, in 2025, the property unveiled a complete rebuild.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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In addition, through diplomatic channels in both Beijing and Tokyo, Japan lodges strong representations and protests, stating that maritime and scientific surveys conducted in our EEZ without Japan's consent are unacceptable and must be immediately stopped.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Beds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beds. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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