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as in awake
not sleeping or able to sleep
was wide-awake with worry for most of the night
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as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
investors who were wide-awake bought the stock as soon as it was offered
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Recent Examples of wide-awake
The slim, precision wand grips even the straightest lashes, creating a wide-awake, lash-lift effect in just one coat.
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Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 26 Jan. 2026
From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Dec. 2025
The relationship appears now irreparable, sounding the alarm on the most wide-awake RB sleeper in years.
—John Laghezza, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
The cognitive muscle work of creativity—of art and scientific research and philosophical insight—is all conducted by wide-awake thinkers.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 8 Aug. 2025
The lightweight formula melts in easily, plays well with makeup, and gives you a wide-awake glow, even on the most tired undereyes.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 23 July 2025
Then, the video transitioned to a completely different scene—Cody, wide-awake, barking and howling, pacing around the house, and even chewing household items.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 22 Feb. 2025
Swipe it on the inner corners of your eyes for an instant eye-brightening, wide-awake effect.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Feb. 2025
Pedro Pascal, Kristen Stewart, and Sebastian Stan films hit Sundance 2024: See the full lineup
MIDNIGHT
From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 26 Jan. 2026
From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Dec. 2025
The relationship appears now irreparable, sounding the alarm on the most wide-awake RB sleeper in years.
—John Laghezza, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
The cognitive muscle work of creativity—of art and scientific research and philosophical insight—is all conducted by wide-awake thinkers.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 8 Aug. 2025
The lightweight formula melts in easily, plays well with makeup, and gives you a wide-awake glow, even on the most tired undereyes.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 23 July 2025
Then, the video transitioned to a completely different scene—Cody, wide-awake, barking and howling, pacing around the house, and even chewing household items.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 22 Feb. 2025
Swipe it on the inner corners of your eyes for an instant eye-brightening, wide-awake effect.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Feb. 2025
Pedro Pascal, Kristen Stewart, and Sebastian Stan films hit Sundance 2024: See the full lineup
MIDNIGHT
From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wide-awake
Adjective
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Niacinamide brightens the appearance of dark circles, and caffeine tamps down puffiness, making eyes look more awake.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Mar. 2026
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Authorities were called to a home in Oklahoma City after Josh Hodnik was jolted awake by his 11-year-old son, who told him there was a strange man in his bed on Saturday, March 14, according to KOKH.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The driver, who was alert and cooperative with emergency services personnel, was brought to shore and transferred to an EMS unit, where she was treated and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
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Be alert to animals crossing roads.—
Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Tips to Break the Bedtime Screen Habit Dr. Verma, who was not involved in the research, offers the following tips to prevent wakeful effects from smartphones and get better sleep: Avoid screens 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Lauren Goode: Who among us doesn't want to have a nap gently guided by our wakeful rhythm?—
Lauren Goode,
WIRED,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Still, activists remained vigilant.—
Daniel Brook,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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New Englanders will still have to stay vigilant.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Their extended range enables comprehensive mapping of vast territories, tracking snow levels to predict floods or hydroelectric output, and keeping a watchful eye on natural hazards such as landslides and avalanches.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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All under the watchful eyes of scouts from 30 of the 32 NFL teams.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Wide-awake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wide-awake. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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