Example Sentences

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"The border with Lithuania is in 30 minutes," the assistant shouted to rouse slumbering passengers.

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

Shortly before 01:00 BST on 16 October, the slumbering streets of Benwell were rent by the roar of an enormous explosion.

From BBC • May 14, 2025

Simple death by exposure would have left peaceful bodies that looked as if they were slumbering, as a veterinarian consultant observes in an earlier episode.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2024

Though they’re slumbering beneath the snow, many popular summer hiking trails are still accessible come winter with snowshoes on.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 14, 2023

“I am sorry, Phillip. You promised to release me from my service if I healed this...creature,” she said, pointing at the slumbering wolf.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley