as in sleepiness
the quality or state of desiring or needing sleep
somnolence is likely to be the most typical and telling reaction to this novel
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Recent Examples of somnolence
The company warns of the potential for diarrhea, nausea, headaches, dizziness, and somnolence (excessive or sudden sedation).
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Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 13 Aug. 2023
If successful, Murray wants the Senate to awake from its somnolence the past few months and years, having a free-flowing debate with lots of amendments considered.
—Paul Kane, Anchorage Daily News, 27 July 2023
More little dramas are unfolding across South Korean boardrooms as activist investors become more assertive after a long period of somnolence.
—Jacky Wong, WSJ, 28 Mar. 2023
Carolyn Kuan doesn’t do somnolence.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2022
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Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 13 Aug. 2023
If successful, Murray wants the Senate to awake from its somnolence the past few months and years, having a free-flowing debate with lots of amendments considered.
—Paul Kane, Anchorage Daily News, 27 July 2023
More little dramas are unfolding across South Korean boardrooms as activist investors become more assertive after a long period of somnolence.
—Jacky Wong, WSJ, 28 Mar. 2023
Carolyn Kuan doesn’t do somnolence.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for somnolence
Noun
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Researchers also observed improvements in sleep maintenance and reductions in daytime fatigue, anxiety, depression symptoms and daytime sleepiness.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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Researchers measured insomnia severity using the Insomnia Severity Index, along with sleep maintenance, daytime sleepiness, fatigue, anxiety and depression symptoms.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Using several sedating products together can cause more drowsiness, dizziness, or tiredness the next day.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2026
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The practical effect is a calmer, less reactive brain at bedtime, without any drowsiness.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Symptoms start one to eight weeks after exposure and initially can include fatigue, fever and muscle aches, according to the CDC.—
Allison Kiehl,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Snell has been on the IL since late March with left shoulder fatigue.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
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The Host Ready app includes practical information on topics such as food, religion, general background, sleeping and meal schedules.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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Basic units start at just $35 a night for travelers with their own sleeping gear, while furnished options—complete with fresh linens and a small fridge—range from $55 to $60.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2026
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“Somnolence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/somnolence. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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