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as in to nap
to sleep lightly or briefly
she dozed fitfully in the car but never fell completely asleep
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Recent Examples of doze
Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Nov. 2025
On occasion, some of them doze on the benches and winding path along the Riverwalk, in violation of a statewide ban on camping and sleeping in public places.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Rather, the protagonist dozes right through it.
—John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
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Noun
That way, you aren’t tempted to doze on the couch or adult bed with the baby in your arms.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Nov. 2025
On occasion, some of them doze on the benches and winding path along the Riverwalk, in violation of a statewide ban on camping and sleeping in public places.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
The couple dozed like babies in the leaves—that cry, that wail, had become their sleep trigger.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Rather, the protagonist dozes right through it.
—John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doze
Noun
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While the guests are on the beach, Max decides to take a nap.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
20 Jan. 2026
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Colin’s outdoor nap routine began early.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The passenger adapted and put a blanket, similar to this Turkish towel, over his head—and slept peacefully until touchdown.—
Carin Ryan,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2026
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Set the temperature to 68°F when at home, 60°F to 62°F when away, and 65°F when sleeping.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The post included snaps of her posing on travels, relaxing on a beach and in a gym during her pregnancy.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The new law relaxed aspects of the 2017 framework, removing much of municipalities’ ability to regulate AVs within city or county limits.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Letting cookie dough rest is one of the hardest parts of making cookies.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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That’s why investing in a plush, comfortable duvet insert or comforter is essential for creating a cozy oasis to start the new year off well-rested.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Doze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doze. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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