in bed
Between the sheets
In bed describes being under the covers, whether for sleep, rest, illness, or sex.
The phrase often implies horizontal repose: I was already in bed when she called.
Added to fortune cookie messages or horoscope predictions, in bed creates sexual double meanings as a joke: "You will find happiness" ...in bed.
To be in bed with someone figuratively suggests an alliance, often shady or corrupt: politicians in bed with lobbyists.
- duvetFilled bed covering
- under the coversBeneath bed linens
- snugglingNestling affectionately against another
- mattressPadded sleeping surface
- dreamingMental imagery during slumber
good night's sleep · blanket · pillow · sleeping · bedtime · early night · napping · bedridden · cuddling · recovering · comfort · warmth · quilt · intimacy · sheets · insomnia · resting · nightstand
in bedup
Out of bed
out of bed · up and about · awake · risen · standing
in bedup and about
Mobile after rest
active · out and about · at work · on the go · up and running
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