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Old 26-Nov-2006, 13:05
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what does 'sleep rough' mean?
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It means to sleep outside, usually because you have no home.
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It could also mean a non-restful sleep.
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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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