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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Common signs include loud snoring, waking up gasping, morning headaches and daytime sleepiness that doesn’t improve with more hours in bed.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
18 May 2026
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Shift Work Sleep Disorder, or SWSD, is the clinical name for the persistent insomnia or excessive sleepiness that lasts more than three months and is tied directly to a person’s work schedule.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 May 2026
Noun
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According to MedlinePlus, diphenhydramine use can cause a range of side effects including dry mouth, nose, and throat; drowsiness or dizziness; muscle weakness; and hyperactivity in children.—
ByShafiq Najib,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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The devices detected increases in brain waves linked to relaxation and focus – theta, theta-alpha, alpha and beta-1 brain waves – while measuring decreases in delta and gamma-1 brain waves, which suggest less drowsiness and less mind-wandering.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Faith Hinitt bought her first home in June 2023 in England, yet began experiencing symptoms like an itchy rash on her chest, night sweats, fatigue and more, according to Kennedy News & Media.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Designed to reduce fatigue on long-haul flights Bombardier is also highlighting the aircraft’s cabin environment as a key part of the Global 8000’s appeal.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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For the last two mornings, both women had peeled themselves out of their sleeping bags before sunrise.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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Supertramp even steps up available sleeping capacity to six people with its integrated pop-up rooftop tent option.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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“Somnolence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/somnolence. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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