Idiom idiom
stay in bed
Meaning
To remain in your bed after you wake up, or to not get out of bed because you are sick.
Examples
“I want to stay in bed on Saturday morning.”
“Because I have a bad cold, I think I will stay in bed all day.”
“Despite the bright morning sun streaming through the window, she chose to stay in bed and enjoy the quiet comfort of her blankets.”
Last updated April 22, 2026