to sleep

idiom

: until one/someone falls asleep

The baby cried himself to sleep. I rocked the baby to sleep.

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In recent years, new products have integrated technology, including sound and motion features, to help soothe and lull babies back to sleep. —

Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025 One study found that not everyone's sleep is affected by a late-day workout, and moderate to vigorous activity three hours before bed is unrelated to sleep quality. —

Sherri Gordon, Health, 8 Jan. 2025 While most employees planned to drive home Sunday before full-on blizzard conditions arrived, Putney said a few chose to sleep over a second night to stay off the icy roads. —

Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025 Respect your neighbor’s right to peace and quiet enjoyment of their home, especially late at night when civilized people are trying to sleep! —

Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for to sleep