Sleep With One Eye Open Definition

verb

To remain vigilant at all times, especially by remaining partially awake or sleeping only lightly so as to avoid being caught off guard .

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Origin of Sleep With One Eye Open

  • Some animals sleep with one eye open, so as to remain alert to threats.

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