Sleep away Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To spend a period of time, or make something pass, by sleeping instead of doing something else. Often used when someone sleeps to escape boredom, sadness, or to wait for something unpleasant to end.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and somewhat idiomatic—often used for escaping negative feelings or wasting time. Common with objects: 'sleep the day away', 'sleep your worries away'. Less literal than simply 'sleep'. Not used in formal or academic writing.
Example Sentences
He tried to sleep away his sadness after the breakup.
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Some people sleep away their problems instead of facing them.
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He decided to sleep away the afternoon because he was bored.
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You can’t just sleep away your troubles; they’ll still be there when you wake up.
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When I have nothing to do on weekends, I just sleep away the hours.
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I wish I could just sleep away this cold and wake up healthy.
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