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Moderateasleep
The correct spelling is asleep.
How to pronounce asleep
/əˈsliːp/
adjectiveIPA: /əˈsliːp/
Say it like: Asl-eep
The correct spelling is asleep. In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting. For example: "I was asleep when you called."
Usage Examples
“I was asleep when you called.”
“How could you miss that? Were you asleep?”
“My arm fell asleep. You know, like pins and needles.”
Definition
adjective
- 1.In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.
- 2.Inattentive.
- 3.(of a body part) Having a numb or prickling sensation accompanied by a degree of unresponsiveness.
- 4.Dead
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