Pronunciation: /ʃʌt aɪ/
noun a brief period of sleep or rest
A1 I need to get some shut eye before my big presentation tomorrow.
A2 After a long day of hiking, I was ready to close my eyes and get some shut eye.
B1 Doctors recommend getting at least 7-9 hours of shut eye each night for optimal health.
B2 Despite the noise outside, she was able to get some shut eye and wake up feeling refreshed.
C1 In order to perform at his best, the athlete prioritizes getting quality shut eye every night.
C2 The CEO knew the importance of shut eye and made sure to schedule enough time for rest and relaxation.
adjective closed or nearly closed, especially with the eyes
A1 I need to get some shut eye before my big presentation tomorrow.
A2 She always looks so refreshed after a quick shut eye.
B1 It's important to get enough shut eye to maintain good health.
B2 After a long day of hiking, I was ready to get some shut eye in my cozy tent.
C1 The doctor recommended getting at least 8 hours of shut eye each night.
C2 Even with the busy schedule, she always manages to prioritize getting enough shut eye.
formal I need to get some shut eye before the big meeting tomorrow.
informal I'm going to catch some shut eye before the party tonight.
slang Let's crash at my place and get some shut eye.
figurative After a long day of work, I finally shut my eyes and drifted off to sleep.
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