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    Default drowsy & sleepy.

    What are the differences between drowsy & sleepy.

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    Default Re: drowsy & sleepy.

    Ju, I'm sure the dictionaries you consulted before posting this question told you that the two words are usually synonymous.

    Sanfranc22 Please state that you are not a teacher when attempting to answer questions, in accordance with the Notices above.

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    Default Re: drowsy & sleepy.

    Quote Originally Posted by Rover_KE View Post
    Ju, I'm sure the dictionaries you consulted before posting this question told you that the two words are usually synonymous.

    Sanfranc22 Please state that you are not a teacher when attempting to answer questions, in accordance with the Notices above.

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    Actually. I read a few first aid book where always mentioned drowsy instead of sleepy. I would say I never see sleepy when it is talking about sign and symption of an iillnesses.

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    Default Re: drowsy & sleepy.

    I agree with Rover_KE. Both are synonyms. But when you feel drowsy, you are usually in a warm place or have eaten a lot of lunch for example.
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