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26-Nov-2006, 12:05

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sleep rough?

hi,
what does 'sleep rough' mean?

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Re: sleep rough?

It means to sleep outside, usually because you have no home.

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Re: sleep rough?

It could also mean a non-restful sleep.

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Re: sleep rough?

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It could also mean a non-restful sleep.

It could, but not common 'Sleep badly' would be more apt.

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