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Kahulugan at Ibig Sabihin ng "sleep like a baby"

to sleep like a baby
01

to manage to get a full sleep without anyone or anything interrupting

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InformalInformal

What is the origin of the idiom "sleep like a baby" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "sleep like a baby" is believed to be a relatively recent one, originating in the 20th century. The expression conveys the idea of sound, undisturbed sleep by likening it to the peaceful slumber of an infant. On the other hand, "sleep like a log" has older origins, dating back to the 17th century. This idiom likens restful sleep to the motionlessness of a log, emphasizing the deep and uninterrupted nature of the slumber. This idioms is used to reflect on the universal desire for peaceful and undisturbed sleep, and they have been used for centuries to describe the quality of one's rest.

02

to sleep in a way that it is not easy to wake one up

example
Halimbawa
The soothing lullaby helped the baby sleep like a log throughout the night.
The rainstorm was so relaxing that I slept like a log throughout the night.
After the busy workweek, I needed to sleep like a log during the weekend to recharge.
Despite the noise from the nearby construction, she managed to sleep like a baby with earplugs.
After the long hike, I slept like a log, not waking up until morning.
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