as in turning in
to go to one's bed in order to sleep
he frequently plays host at his London flat, and overnight guests pretty much doss down where they please
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That has led to an exodus of all mainstream news outlets from the complex, with reporters turning in their press badges.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025 -
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner then extended his record moments before the break, turning in Nuno Mendes’ brilliant cross from close range again.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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The collection includes towels, sheets and bedding at opening price points designed to offer a natural alternative to synthetic textiles in the value category.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
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The SoHo flagship will introduce the brand’s first immersive showroom dedicated to their home collection, allowing visitors to view and shop every piece from tabletop to bedding to bath, glassware and more.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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Raducanu had her blood pressure taken during the match, which was played in oppressive heat and humidity, before retiring down 6-1, 4-1.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Sharon Seelig, who has been president, licensing, is retiring after more than 30 years.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Another viral video that racked up millions of views in September, meanwhile, revealed how a puppy had taken to napping in the tightest of spots.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Melissa, who was napping upstairs, woke up after hearing Stacy's screams and saw Ward on top of her sister.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
29 Sep. 2025
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In the quiet hush of the neonatal intensive care unit at Shahjahanpur Medical College, the only constant sound was the monotone of the heart monitor, its low hum keeping watch over the baby sleeping inside the sterile incubator.—
Aishwarya S. Iyer,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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Interestingly, men seemed more affected than women—sleeping about 50 minutes less overall.—
Clarissa Brincat,
Popular Science,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Dossing (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dossing%20%28down%29. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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