as in restlessness
the inability to obtain adequate sleep
has suffered from insomnia virtually his entire life
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Recent Examples of insomnia
In studies, lemon balm has been shown to help with insomnia and anxiety symptoms.
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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Marcus Capone struggled with anger, insomnia and mood swings after 13 years as a Navy Seal.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
People who are physically ill, especially those with heart disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation, may be affected by extreme heat.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 July 2025
According to a report released by the American Medical Association earlier this year, one-third of American adults experience acute insomnia, an inability to fall or stay asleep for several days at a time, but one in 10 adults suffer from chronic insomnia.
—Taylor Wilson, USA Today, 25 July 2025
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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Marcus Capone struggled with anger, insomnia and mood swings after 13 years as a Navy Seal.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
People who are physically ill, especially those with heart disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation, may be affected by extreme heat.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 July 2025
According to a report released by the American Medical Association earlier this year, one-third of American adults experience acute insomnia, an inability to fall or stay asleep for several days at a time, but one in 10 adults suffer from chronic insomnia.
—Taylor Wilson, USA Today, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for insomnia
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“Insomnia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insomnia. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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