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UK//ɪn ə driːm//US//ɪn ə drim//

Meaning of In a dream

Experiencing events, thoughts, or images while asleep.

In simple words: Something that happens while you sleep.

In a dream in a sentence

  • I saw her in a dream and she looked so happy.
  • In a dream, anything can happen.
  • He told me about a story he had in a dream last night.

How to use In a dream

Typically used in storytelling or discussing sleep experiences. Avoid in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine seeing something amazing while you sleep at night.

Related words

Collocations with In a dream

  • lost in a dream
  • seen in a dream
  • live in a dream

Synonyms for In a dream

  • in a fantasy
  • in a reverie
  • in a vision

Common mistakes with In a dream

  • Confused with 'as a dream' which has a different meaning.
  • Using it in a literal context rather than a figurative sense.

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Frequently asked questions about In a dream

What does In a dream mean?

Something that happens while you sleep.

What is the definition of In a dream?

Experiencing events, thoughts, or images while asleep.

How do you use In a dream in a sentence?

I saw her in a dream and she looked so happy.

Can you give another example of In a dream?

In a dream, anything can happen.

What are synonyms for In a dream?

Common alternatives include in a fantasy, in a reverie, in a vision.

What words go with In a dream?

It commonly pairs with lost in a dream, seen in a dream, live in a dream.

What are common mistakes when using In a dream?

Confused with 'as a dream' which has a different meaning. Using it in a literal context rather than a figurative sense.

How do you pronounce In a dream?

US: //ɪn ə drim//, UK: //ɪn ə driːm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use In a dream?

Typically used in storytelling or discussing sleep experiences. Avoid in formal contexts.