1
as in sleeps
to be in a state of sleep
snoozed through those long winter nights under a thick down comforter
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2
as in rests
to sleep lightly or briefly
she was just snoozing when she heard the knock at the door
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Recent Examples of snoozes
Jamilee Hoglind, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025
Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
In it, Mario snoozes against a tree as a butterfly flutters by his head.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Noun
Yoga, stretching, and extra sleep (past all the snoozes) become their own kind of training.
—Jamilee Hoglind, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025
Verb
Another medium-firm option that will deliver crucial neck support is Casper’s original pillow, which is great for all types of sleepers like our contributor Madeleine Luckel, who snoozes on both of her sides, her back, and stomach.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
In it, Mario snoozes against a tree as a butterfly flutters by his head.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snoozes
Noun
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Researchers found that the jellyfish, which host photosynthetic algae, are active during the day, sleep mainly at night, and even take midday naps, much like some humans do after lunch.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Jan. 2026
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Cutting down on caffeine after lunchtime, avoiding (or limiting) naps, and engaging in a relaxing bedtime routine can all aid in the process too—as will patience.—
Rebecca Fearn,
SELF,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The oohs and aahs over a 100-mph pitch have been replaced by yawns.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2026
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Chris and Jason are fun to look at, but their personalities give me an intense case of the yawns.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
17 Dec. 2025
Verb
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And because this part of the city never sleeps, there’s always someone who is willing to offer directions.—
Sophie Morgan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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This is especially key for anyone who sleeps without a flat sheet.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Her books were their progeny, Stein acknowledged, and without Alice’s mothering—and typing, proofreading, cooking, sewing, shopping, bookkeeping, and warding off bores—they might not have been born.—
Judith Thurman,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Anyone who thinks English Heritage sites are run by bores is in for a surprise.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And the spa features pre- and post-race treatments, including cryotherapy, special IV drips and CBD massages.—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
18 Jan. 2026
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Those bright white tees seem to be absolute stain magnets attracting coffee drips, spaghetti sauce spots, and salad dressing splashes.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Snoozes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snoozes. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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