shut-eye

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Recent Examples of shut-eye Whatever the culprit is for disrupting your sleep, not getting enough shut-eye can trigger a host of issues such as irritability, anxiety, moodiness, weight fluctuations, and a weakened immune system, among others. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 27 May 2025 Dogs need their sleep, with the American Kennel Club (AKC) estimating that canines spend around 12 hours a day enjoying some shut-eye. Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025 Try limiting or avoiding the following to get some quality shut-eye while flying:21 Alcohol and caffeine: Both increase dehydration and symptoms of jet lag. Laura Schober, Health, 23 Apr. 2025 The viral TikTok trend shares a range of tips and tricks for getting quality and hopefully, more restorative shut-eye. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shut-eye
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shut-eye
Noun
  • Eating 30 grams of protein 30 minutes before sleep is ideal.12 To avoid any potential sleep disturbances, try to keep your snack low in sugar and fat.
    Lauren O'Connor, Health, 14 July 2025
  • On the show, the long-time parenting expert helped families address issues like lack of discipline, controlling behavior, sleep separation, disrespect and communication.
    Becca Longmire, People.com, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • The Red Sox made their bed last month when Devers was shipped to the Giants.
    Drew VonScio, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
  • The populations at the different homes vary depending on the season, the report says, with the average occupancy taking up about 70% of the beds in the state.
    Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • His experience inspired him to study how warm nighttime showers support slumber.
    Matt Fuchs, Time, 10 July 2025
  • And with a new season upon us, now is the perfect time to refresh your home with breathable textiles that make slumbers peaceful, cozy, and sweat-free.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • Throwing a pair of roomy, comfy slippers into your carry-on could be the key that unlocks a full night’s rest on your next long-haul flight.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2025
  • Tai Chi may also support better rest by encouraging relaxation and enhancing emotional regulation, the study authors added.
    Brian Mastroianni, Health, 26 July 2025

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“Shut-eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shut-eye. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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