keep sb awake

Frequency: 7.814.5 per million words

To cause someone to be unable to sleep.

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Examples (10)

  • The noise from the party next door kept me awake all night.
  • That strong cup of coffee is sure to keep you awake.
  • Worrying about his final exams kept him awake for hours.
  • The excitement of Christmas morning always keeps the children awake.
  • Could you please be quieter? You're keeping the baby awake.
  • The constant pain from my toothache kept me awake.
  • I listened to a podcast to keep myself awake during the long drive.
  • A constant stream of thoughts about work was keeping her awake.
  • The bright streetlights outside my window often keep me awake.
  • He was so tired that not even a loud thunderstorm could keep him awake.