as in sleep
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
I can usually get some extra shut-eye on the weekends
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Recent Examples of shut-eye
Miles to go before the mother of three can get some shut-eye, apparently.
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2026
But sometimes a long layover calls for a little shut-eye.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Use room-darkening shades and blackout curtains to prevent light from seeping in to interrupt your shut-eye.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026
Quarterback of the moment Fernando Mendoza isn’t exactly getting eight hours of shut-eye lately.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 27 Feb. 2026
But sometimes a long layover calls for a little shut-eye.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Use room-darkening shades and blackout curtains to prevent light from seeping in to interrupt your shut-eye.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026
Quarterback of the moment Fernando Mendoza isn’t exactly getting eight hours of shut-eye lately.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shut-eye
Noun
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Watson said smokable products – including pre‑rolls – are among the industry's biggest sellers because customers rely on the faster onset for pain relief and sleep.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Dust mites, dead skin cells, sweat buildup and allergens accumulate over months, affecting your sleep quality and potentially triggering sneezing and congestion.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Ayotte, a Republican, had sparred with federal officials after ICE disclosed plans to spend $158 million to convert a warehouse in the town into a 500-bed processing center.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The landlord got rid of his king-sized bed, his Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Fendi and Dolce and Gabbana items.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Most travelers base themselves in either Giglio Porto or Campese, both on the water, and pass their days swimming, sunning, napping, and feasting on fresh seafood at outdoor restaurants.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Mar. 2026
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United Airlines announced a brand new seat option for travelers that made napping and stretching out on a plane a whole lot easier.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The 7-foot forward emerged from a season-long slumber at the most opportune time, finishing with 17 points, six rebounds and two blocks in a season-high 28 minutes off the bench after losing his starting spot to freshman Tae Simmons (eight points, eight rebounds).—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ever since that fateful 1950s day in New Jersey when Steve Spielberg's father roused him from slumber to take a late-night rural drive out to watch a spectacular shooting star show, the legendary filmmaker has been fascinated with outer space and the mysteries of the cosmos.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Beds should be placed in warm, draught-free areas, ideally offering both a quiet resting spot and a place near family activity.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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By then, Fairmount had become the city’s preferred resting place.—
Sandra Dallas,
Denver Post,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But when temperatures rise and the days grow longer in spring, indoor plants perk up from their winter rest and start growing new roots, stems, and leaves.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2026
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Amazon's limited-time deals include hanging toiletry bags, compression packing cubes (a non-negotiable for staying organized on the road), passport holders, and an airplane foot rest that even flight attendants swear by.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Shut-eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shut-eye. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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