dreaming

[ˈdriːmɪŋ]

dreaming Definition

  • 1a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep
  • 2contemplation or fantasy

Using dreaming: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dreaming" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I had a strange dream last night.

  • Example

    She was lost in a dream when her alarm clock went off.

  • Example

    He spent his days dreaming about traveling the world.

  • Example

    The movie was a dream come true for fans of the book.

dreaming Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with dreaming

  • an unrealistic hope or fantasy

    Example

    Winning the lottery is just a pipe dream.

  • used to express that something is unlikely or will never happen

    Example

    You think I'm going to lend you my car? In your dreams!

  • to achieve a long-held goal or desire

    Example

    After years of hard work, she finally got to live the dream of owning her own business.

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Summary: dreaming in Brief

Dreaming [ˈdriːmɪŋ] refers to a series of thoughts, images, and sensations that occur in a person's mind during sleep. It can also refer to contemplation or fantasy. Phrases like 'pipe dream' and 'in your dreams' are used to express unlikely hopes or fantasies, while 'live the dream' means to achieve a long-held goal or desire.

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