Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
toss-and-turn
verb
/ˈtɔs ənd tɜrn/
Definition
To move around restlessly in bed, unable to sleep.
Examples
- After a long day, I usually toss-and-turn all night without getting any rest.
- She was so anxious about the exam that she couldn’t help but toss-and-turn in bed.
Meaning
The act of moving from side to side or turning over repeatedly, often due to discomfort or an inability to fall asleep.
Synonyms
- restlessly shift
- fidget
- turn in bed
