Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sleep-on
phrasal verb
/sliːp ɒn/
Definition
To postpone making a decision or taking action until a later time, usually after contemplating it overnight.
Examples
- Before I respond to the offer, I think I’ll sleep on it for a night.
- She decided to sleep on her decision to move to another city.
- It’s a big choice, so make sure to sleep on it first.
Meaning
The act of delaying a decision by allowing oneself extra time to think about it, often until the following day.
Synonyms
- Postpone
- Delay
- Reflect on
