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Flake out

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Unexpectedly dozing offPlay
Used when someone falls asleep without planning to because of tiredness. SlideAfter the marathon, he flaked out on the grass.
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Not Literal SleepPlay
Sometimes used in a humorous way to describe extreme tiredness without actually sleeping. SlideI'm going to flake out if this meeting doesn't end soon.
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Temporary StatePlay
Implies a short period of rest, not going to bed for the night. SlideHe flaked out for a few minutes during the movie.