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Drowse

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Half-Awake State

Use 'drowse' to describe a state between being awake and asleep, showing someone isn't fully alert.

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She tried to concentrate on the lecture but found herself drowsing in the warm classroom.
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Physical Activity

'Drowse' can imply physical inactivity and suggest a relaxed posture or environment.

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Under the shade of the tree, he drowsed comfortably in the hammock.
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Gradual Onset

The act of 'drowsing' often gradually happens as sleepiness takes over, generally unplanned.

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As the train gently rocked back and forth, she found herself drowsing off.
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