sleep over
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Most parents lose sleep over the amount of piecemeal work required to cobble together a summer schedule; very few relish the planning and spreadsheets and carpool rota involved in keeping their kids safe and occupied.
From Salon ● Jun. 24, 2026
President Lee Jae Myung admitted to having lost sleep over the energy risks posed to the country’s trade-dependent economy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
The study found that people ages 16 to 24 who caught up on sleep over the weekend were significantly less likely to report symptoms of depression.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 7, 2026
In my father’s last years, I frequently lost sleep over the possibility that he might outlive his money.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 12, 2025
“Amy wants me to sleep over at her house for her birthday, but Abu said no,” I whined, willing my mother to make my father change his mind.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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