deathlike
[ deth-lahyk ]
adjective
resembling death.
Origin of deathlike
1Words Nearby deathlike
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How to use deathlike in a sentence
He disliked the audible yawn with which Cash manifested his return from the deathlike unconsciousness of sleep.
Cabin Fever | B. M. BowerDuring this deathlike preparation, Mr. Wharton, with a feeling nearly allied to that of his son, led Sarah from the apartment.
The Spy | J. Fenimore CooperA deathlike coldness was creeping over him, was laying an icy hand upon his heart.
The Romance of His Life | Mary CholmondeleySuddenly from the deathlike stillness of the forest there comes a shriek, followed by sounds of commotion.
Gardens of the Caribbees, v. 1/2 | Ida May Hill StarrOn the morning of the ninth day, Peggy sunk into a deathlike stupor.
Ernest Linwood | Caroline Lee Hentz
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