snore

verb

Definition of snorenext
as in to snort
to inhale and exhale noisily while sleeping My husband snores and it keeps me up all night.

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Recent Examples of snore Nasal dilators are flexible devices designed to open the nostrils and improve airflow, often used to reduce snoring or ease nighttime breathing. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026 Some specific signs to look for include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, or falling asleep while driving or at random times during the day, Brangman added. — Allison Forsyth, Health, 9 June 2026 Rowbottom and Lindsey work side by side from adjoining desks in their lofted home office, a French bulldog named Jammy snoring between them. — Mariella Rudi, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 The warning signs in men include snoring while women often experience unrefreshing slumber, daytime fatigue or feeling exhausted despite spending enough time in bed. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for snore
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snore
  1. snort
  2. sniff
  3. breathe
Verb
  • And that says nothing of its snort-like laughs, which reminded me too much of the huffs and puffs of the ride’s donkeys.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • There's a laugh-until-you-snort scene in which Harry gets an alien bug inside of him.
    — Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 8 June 2026
Definition of snort
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  • This could include sniffing around more than usual or barking and growling at odd places like piles of leaves.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 3 July 2026
  • Luz inserts the construction pole; Susana sniffs.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 June 2026
Definition of sniff
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  • The abdomen may significantly protrude, pushing the diaphragm upward and making breathing more difficult.
    — Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Some breathe heavily, notice their heart rate going into overdrive and can even lose consciousness.
    — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 2 July 2026
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