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wake
/ˈweɪk/
noun
The act of waking, or state of being awake.
The state of forbearing sleep, especially for solemn or festive purposes; a vigil.
verb
(often followed by up) To stop sleeping.
"I woke up at four o'clock this morning."
(often followed by up) To make somebody stop sleeping; to rouse from sleep.
"The neighbour's car alarm woke me from a strange dream."
To put in motion or action; to arouse; to excite.
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