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The saying "falling asleep" originates from the old english saying "ye old falleth to thine laying box" in which the sensation was developed of feeling like you are falling through the air.
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amerian
What phrase of a Greek origin means the common people?
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Pavlov's experiment with his dogs.
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falling asleep
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Forgive boyfriend after falling asleep?
YES.
What do you dislike?
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People aren't concious when they're asleep.
How many drivers have admitted to falling asleep at the wheel?
They're asleep, don't wake them!
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