Meanings
How to pronounce "sleep rough":
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Of a homeless person, to sleep outdoors, particularly as opposed to sleeping in a shelter or similar.
Example Sentences
1
After losing his job, he had to sleep rough for a few nights until he found a shelter.
2
During the camping trip, we decided to sleep rough in the wilderness.
3
As the travel budget was limited, they had to sleep rough in cheap motels.
4
After their car broke down, they had no choice but to sleep rough in the car for the night.
5
During the backpacking trip, they often had to sleep rough in hostels or on the streets.