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as in mattress
a place set aside for sleeping
the sofa in the living room will be your bed for the night
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as in sleep
a natural periodic loss of consciousness during which the body restores itself
I always brush my teeth and floss before going to bed
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as in to sleep
to go to one's bed in order to sleep
the campers all bedded down for the night around 9:00 p.m.
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as in to lodge
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
a walkway of flagstones firmly bedded in the earth
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Recent Examples of bed
Clint Davis, People.com, 4 July 2025
The family worked tirelessly over the next 24 hours to relocate their wedding to the ICU so the parents could tie the knot next to their son's hospital bed on June 14.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 23 June 2025
For the perfect bedroom refresh, take a peek at the most popular bedding trends set to be everywhere this summer.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2025
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Noun
The bed surface is breathable and easy to clean, according to the reviews.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 4 July 2025
The family worked tirelessly over the next 24 hours to relocate their wedding to the ICU so the parents could tie the knot next to their son's hospital bed on June 14.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
Verb
Ensuring a good night’s sleep is hard enough without night sweats or uncomfortable bedding keeping you up.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 23 June 2025
For the perfect bedroom refresh, take a peek at the most popular bedding trends set to be everywhere this summer.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bed
Noun
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This buoyant topper is designed to add softness, breathability, and height to any mattress.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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Throughout the space, there were places for the artist to rest—a daybed, an East African headrest, a wooden platform holding two mattresses and a sculpture.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Known for its lightweight design and powerful suction, the versatile machine deep cleans carpets and hard floors.—
Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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This robot vacuum and mop combo can do all the hard work of keeping your floors clean.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
Noun
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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
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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
Verb
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The same's true for someone who is retired and taking taxable withdrawals from traditional 401(k) plans.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Merle sold his barbershop the same day and retired.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
Verb
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According to the Better Business Bureau, 98 complaints have been lodged against Wheel Blockers in the past three years.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
30 June 2025
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United has reportedly lodged more than one offer to sign Mbuemo with the latest reporting stating a bid of over $70m was made.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Sitting on the couch with his older brother Dominic, he was hooked.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Just had his Bible open on the couch and just talked about it.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
Noun
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The other is a special racket bag that features his signature logo at the bottom and icons for milestones in his career.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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However, the firework shot out backward, exiting from the bottom of the tube and hitting the teen in the chest, the sheriff’s office said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Pair them with the Cozy Earth bamboo pajamas for a luxuriously cool slumber.—
Brandi Fuller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 July 2025
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Each room is also equipped with a fireplace, and the beds made with 400-thread count Frette sheets for the most luxurious slumber.—
Karla Pope,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
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“Bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bed. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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