drift off
The phrase "drift off" is often used to describe the gradual process of falling asleep or losing focus, typically in a peaceful or passive manner.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To gradually fall asleep.
Example
- She drifted off while watching the movie.
- I often drift off when I read late at night.
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To slowly lose focus or attention.
Example
- During the meeting, he began to drift off and think about his weekend plans.
- Students often drift off during long lectures.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "drift off":
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