before bed

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: before going to sleep
The kids like to hear a story before bed.

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Get your beauty sleep by applying this dry mask before bed—simply spray it into hair and brush through and let the clever formula do its thing. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025 Manage Negative Thoughts Journaling before bed can help offload anxious thoughts and prevent them from spiraling. Hannah Singleton, Health, 20 Feb. 2025 Don, 94, and Marilyn, 93, shared with CBS's Steve Hartman the key to their harmonious partnership — every night before bed, Don serenades his wife. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025 Some tips for improving sleep include having a regular routine/bedtime, sleeping in a cool room, limiting alcohol and caffeine, getting regular exercise, and avoiding devices such as cell phones and tablets before bed. Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for before bed

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“Before bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/before%20bed. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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