take a berth
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to accept or occupy a sleeping place
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- On long train journeys, many passengers prefer to take a berth in the sleeper car.
- He was so tired that he took the first available berth on the ship.
- We will take a berth on the overnight ferry to save on accommodation costs.
- Have you ever taken a berth on a cross-country train?
- After a long day, the sailor was eager to take his berth and get some rest.
- It's more comfortable to take a berth than to sit in a chair all night.
- You should take a lower berth if you have trouble climbing.
- She was glad she had taken a berth, as the journey was longer than expected.
- Before the ship departed, each crew member proceeded to take their assigned berth.
- If I had known how rough the sea would be, I would have taken a berth to lie down.