slumber
verb (used without object)
to sleep, especially lightly; doze; drowse.
slumbering
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present participleof slumber.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Treasury debt is a slumbering giant that is starting to stir.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
"The border with Lithuania is in 30 minutes," the assistant shouted to rouse slumbering passengers.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2025
Once Upon a Time’s owner Maureen Palacios envied the slumbering cat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2025
If there is indeed a slumbering mass of Americans who believe in real “we the people” democracy, they need to wake up. immediately.
From Salon ● Jan. 28, 2025
At that moment, when the sound of Om reached Siddhartha’s ears, his slumbering soul suddenly awakened and he recognized the folly of his action.
From "Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse
