z's

Or Z's

[zeez]

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. sleep (often used with grab, catch, etc.).

   to grab some z's before dinner.

Word History and Origins

Origin of z's¹

First recorded in 1960–65; from the conventional use of a series of z's to represent snoring

Example Sentences

Understand that Gen Z’s backlash could be a temporary shift and not a permanent one.

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Gen Z’s values aren’t liabilities to manage; they’re assets to mobilize.

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The fear of missing out is one cause of Generation Z’s higher anxiety and depression rates.

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The cynicism or embarrassment that millennials and Gen X may have felt around interacting with corporate entities has made way for Gen Z’s desire to be involved with the brands they’re happy to admit they love.

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Stephen Wolfe, a self-avowed Christian nationalist, described Kirk’s killing as “Gen Z’s 9/11” on his podcast.

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