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sleepy

/ˈsliːpi/ adjective · British & US
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What does sleepy mean?

adjective

Feeling or showing a need for sleep; drowsy. Often used to describe someone who is tired or sleepy.

Example

"After a long day, she felt sleepy and decided to take a nap."

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