before bed

idiom

: before going to sleep
The kids like to hear a story before bed.

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Eating protein before bed may help with muscle growth, recovery, and metabolism (how your body processes calories). Lauren O'Connor, Health, 14 July 2025 Some people drink honey water before bed to soothe an upset stomach or ease a cough. Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025 Put a generous amount on before bed for maximum lip hydration. Clint Davis, People.com, 11 July 2025 Some cultures have showered in the morning to purify the spirit before prayer, while others preferred the evening bath as an opportunity to socialize and clean their grimy bodies before bed. Matt Fuchs, Time, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for before bed

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“Before bed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/before%20bed. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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