Meaning of the word "go out like a light" in English
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go out like a light
US /ɡoʊ aʊt laɪk ə laɪt/
UK /ɡoʊ aʊt laɪk ə laɪt/
Idiom
1.
to fall asleep very quickly or suddenly
Example:
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After working all day, he went out like a light as soon as his head hit the pillow.
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The baby was so tired that she went out like a light during her feeding.
2.
to lose consciousness suddenly
Example:
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The boxer took a heavy punch and went out like a light.
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The sudden drop in blood pressure made her go out like a light.
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