Sleep on

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verb

To postpone a decision until the next day to give it more thought.

I'm not sure about that job offer. I need to sleep on it.
Visual representation of "sleep on" - To postpone a decision until the next day to give it more thought.

Often appears as...

  • sleep on it overnight
  • sleep on the decision

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Decision Delay

Used when someone needs extra time to think before making a choice.

Illustration for Decision Delay
Let me sleep on it, and I'll get back to you tomorrow with my answer.
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Not Immediate

Indicates the decision will not be made right now, reinforcing patience is involved.

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I can't give you an immediate response; I need to sleep on it.
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Serious Consideration

Shows that the matter is significant and the decision requires careful thought.

Illustration for Serious Consideration
This is a big commitment, so I'll have to sleep on it before saying yes.
Visual representation of the word "Sleep on"

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