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oversleep
/ˌoʊvərˈsliːp/
[/ˌoʊvərˈsliːp/]
sleep too long
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Definition
To sleep longer than you intended, often missing something important.
Example
I overslept and missed the first class.
I overslept and missed the first class.
Etymology
From 'over', meaning excessively, plus 'sleep'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common excuse for being late.