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drift off

idiom
Meaning

To fall asleep slowly.

Examples
SIMPLE

I usually drift off while reading in bed.

CONTEXTUAL

The soft music helped the tired child drift off after a long day.

COMPLEX

As the rhythmic sound of the rain tapped against the window, he finally began to drift off into a deep, peaceful slumber.

Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    catch someone's drift

    To understand the meaning or implications of someone’s pronouncement.

  2. 02

    drift apart

    To lose contact, to lose one's friendship or closeness.

  3. 03

    get the drift

    To understand, at least on some basic or general level.

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